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Author: Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 9, Problem 1SQ
______ are barriers to pathogens at body surfaces.
- a. Intact skin and mucous membranes
- b. Tears, saliva, and gastric fluid
- c. Resident bacteria
- d. All are correct
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