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Which of the following is NOT a common source of Salmonella?
Which of the following is NOT a common source of Salmonella?
What is the most common symptom of Campylobacteriosis?
What is the most common symptom of Campylobacteriosis?
Which of the following bacteria produces toxins that cause flaccid paralysis?
Which of the following bacteria produces toxins that cause flaccid paralysis?
What is the incubation period for Campylobacteriosis?
What is the incubation period for Campylobacteriosis?
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Which of these bacteria is associated with an emetic form of food poisoning, characterized by rapid onset and vomiting?
Which of these bacteria is associated with an emetic form of food poisoning, characterized by rapid onset and vomiting?
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Food poisoning caused by Staphylococcus aureus is always characterized by fever.
Food poisoning caused by Staphylococcus aureus is always characterized by fever.
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Which of these is NOT a symptom of Clostridium botulinum food poisoning?
Which of these is NOT a symptom of Clostridium botulinum food poisoning?
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Which of the following is a common source of E. coli food poisoning?
Which of the following is a common source of E. coli food poisoning?
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Norovirus is a bacterial infection that causes gastroenteritis.
Norovirus is a bacterial infection that causes gastroenteritis.
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What is the name of the antibiotic commonly used to treat Clostridium botulinum infection?
What is the name of the antibiotic commonly used to treat Clostridium botulinum infection?
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What is the most common clinical presentation associated with botulism?
What is the most common clinical presentation associated with botulism?
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What is the primary way to prevent foodborne illnesses?
What is the primary way to prevent foodborne illnesses?
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Which of the following conditions is often referred to as "Norwalk-like viruses"?
Which of the following conditions is often referred to as "Norwalk-like viruses"?
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Study Notes
Food Poisoning (Foodborne Infections)
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Salmonellosis: Caused by non-typhoidal Salmonella.
- Sources: Raw and undercooked poultry, eggs, and meat.
- Symptoms: Abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, fever.
- Incubation Period: 12-24 hours.
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Campylobacteriosis: Caused by Campylobacter jejuni.
- Sources: Raw and undercooked chicken and poultry.
- Symptoms: Diarrhea (possibly bloody), abdominal cramps, fever, vomiting.
- Incubation Period: 2 to 11 days.
Foodborne Intoxication
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Staphylococcus aureus:
- Sources: Cold cuts, poultry, dairy products, untreated milk, or any food touched by infected hands.
- Symptoms: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and low-grade fever.
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Bacillus cereus:
- Sources: Chinese rice (emetic), meat, vegetables, sauces.
- Emetic Form: Vomiting, within 30 minutes to 6 hours.
- Diarrheal Form: Diarrhea, 6 to 15 hours later.
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Clostridium botulinum:
- Sources: Canned foods, preserved fish, cooked meat, poultry, fish held at non-refrigerated temperatures for long periods of time.
- Symptoms: Flaccid paralysis, difficulty swallowing, blurred vision, dry mouth, constipation, abdominal pain.
- Clinical presentation of botulism: does not feature a fever
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Clostridium perfringens:
- Sources: Canned foods, Cooked meat, poultry, fish held at non-refrigerated temperatures for long periods of time.
- Symptoms: Diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting
Additional Foodborne Illnesses
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E. coli:
- Sources: Raw meat, dairy products.
- Symptoms: Nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, gastroenteritis, fever, headache, fatigue.
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Norovirus:
- Sources: Shellfish, salads, water, cruise ship.
- Symptoms: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, low-grade fever.
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Other Illnesses: Infant botulism, wound botulism , Inhalational botulism are also mentioned but lack detail on sources and symptoms. Note in the text that these are less common or specifically dangerous.
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Treatment: Some, like Clostridium botulinum require specific treatment (Metronidazole or penicillin). The others typically clear up on their own.
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