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Flashcards in Bacterial Food Poisoning (Intoxication) Deck (7)
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1
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Cause for Bacterial Food Poisoning (Intoxication)

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Staphylococcus aureus

2
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Portal of entry for Bacterial Food Poisoning (Intoxication)

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  • Toxins from contaminated food cross:
  • Mucous membranes
  • Intestinal tract
3
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Signs/Symptoms for Bacterial Food Poisoning (Intoxication)

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Nausea

  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Cramping
4
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Incubation period for Bacterial Food Poisoning (Intoxication)

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4-6 hours

5
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Susceptibility for Bacterial Food Poisoning (Intoxication)

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Travel in areas with poor sanitation

6
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Treatment for Bacterial Food Poisoning (Intoxication)

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  • Self-administered fluid

- Electrolyte replacement

7
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Prevention for Bacterial Food Poisoning (Intoxication)

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Proper hygiene and food handling

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