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Which pathogen is commonly associated with outbreaks of infection in closed populations such as nursing homes and cruise ships?
Which pathogen is commonly associated with outbreaks of infection in closed populations such as nursing homes and cruise ships?
What clinical sign may suggest S. aureus food poisoning or viral gastroenteritis?
What clinical sign may suggest S. aureus food poisoning or viral gastroenteritis?
What do children infected with Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) often present with?
What do children infected with Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) often present with?
Which symptom is characteristic of Hemolytic–Uremic Syndrome (HUS)?
Which symptom is characteristic of Hemolytic–Uremic Syndrome (HUS)?
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What should be suspected if symptoms of acute inflammatory diarrhea begin within 6 hours after ingesting contaminated food?
What should be suspected if symptoms of acute inflammatory diarrhea begin within 6 hours after ingesting contaminated food?
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Which physical examination finding may be observed in patients with dehydration?
Which physical examination finding may be observed in patients with dehydration?
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Which pathogen is commonly associated with disease caused by ingestion of undercooked hamburger or contaminated produce?
Which pathogen is commonly associated with disease caused by ingestion of undercooked hamburger or contaminated produce?
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What might be seen on blood smears in patients showing signs of Hemolytic–Uremic Syndrome (HUS)?
What might be seen on blood smears in patients showing signs of Hemolytic–Uremic Syndrome (HUS)?
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What clinical manifestation is most suggestive of acute inflammatory diarrhea?
What clinical manifestation is most suggestive of acute inflammatory diarrhea?
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