Bacterial Diseases Flashcards

1
Q

What are the symptoms of salmonella?

A

fever, vomiting, abdominal cramps and diarrhoea

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2
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What food is salmonella found in?

A

eggs, poultry, raw meat, egg products

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3
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How might someone get salmonella?

A

eating undercooked food
eating food prepared in unhygienic condition

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4
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How can we prevent the spread of salmonella food poisoning?

A
  • poultry are vaccinated against salmonella in the UK
  • keeping raw chicken away from undercooked food
  • avoid washing raw chicken
  • wash hands and surfaces well
  • cook chicken thoroughly
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5
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What causes the symptoms of salmonella food poisoning?

A

bacteria and the toxins they secrete

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6
Q

How do antibiotics cause bacterial infections?

A

kill bacteria and stop them from growing and cure bacterial diseases

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