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Hazards Encountered in Home Health Care as Reported in the Modified–Home Health Care Worker Questionnaire (n = 63)
| Exposure type | n (%) |
|---|---|
| Fall/trip/slip hazards | 56 (88.9) |
| Biohazards | 55 (87.3) |
| Air quality | 55 (87.3) |
| Allergens | 48 (76.2) |
| Pests/rodents | 47 (74.6) |
| Burning candles | 36 (62.1) |
| Poor lighting | 19 (32.8) |
| Chemicals | 18 (31.0) |
| Illicit drugs | 14 (24.1) |
