✓ Correct answer: A. Liver diseaseProlonged misuse of alcohol is strongly associated with liver disease, which can have serious consequences for a worker's long-term health.
Why the other options are incorrect:
• Noise-induced hearing loss: Hearing loss is associated with prolonged exposure to loud noise, not with alcohol misuse.
• A sprained ankle: A sprained ankle is an acute musculoskeletal injury with no direct link to alcohol misuse.
• Repetitive strain injury: Repetitive strain injury develops from repeated physical movements and is unrelated to alcohol consumption.
• A skin rash: Skin rashes are generally caused by allergens or irritants, not by alcohol misuse.
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