9 Questions
Which pathogen is commonly associated with outbreaks of infection in closed populations such as nursing homes and cruise ships?
Norovirus
What clinical sign may suggest S. aureus food poisoning or viral gastroenteritis?
Vomiting
What do children infected with Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) often present with?
Bloody diarrhea
Which symptom is characteristic of Hemolytic–Uremic Syndrome (HUS)?
Thrombocytopenia
What should be suspected if symptoms of acute inflammatory diarrhea begin within 6 hours after ingesting contaminated food?
Preformed toxin of S. aureus
Which physical examination finding may be observed in patients with dehydration?
Tachycardia
Which pathogen is commonly associated with disease caused by ingestion of undercooked hamburger or contaminated produce?
STEC
What might be seen on blood smears in patients showing signs of Hemolytic–Uremic Syndrome (HUS)?
Schistocytes
What clinical manifestation is most suggestive of acute inflammatory diarrhea?
Blood in stool
Learn about the diagnosis and treatment of colonic diverticulitis, including findings on abdominal CT scans and appropriate antibiotic therapy. Understand the management of mild cases with oral antibiotics and hospitalizations for more severe cases requiring intravenous fluids and antibiotics.
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