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Flashcards in Traveler’s Diarrhea Deck (8)
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1
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Cause for Traveler’s Diarrhea

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Escherichia coli

2
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Virulence factors for Traveler’s Diarrhea

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  • Adhesins
  • Fimbriae
  • Toxins (including the shiga-like toxin, inhibits protein synthesis)
3
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Portal of entry for Traveler’s Diarrhea

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Ingestion via fecal-oral route

4
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Signs/Symptoms for Traveler’s Diarrhea

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  • Abdominal cramps
  • Bloody stools
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
5
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Susceptibility for Traveler’s Diarrhea

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  • Children

- Immunocompromised

6
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Diagnosis for Traveler’s Diarrhea

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Symptoms are often diagnostic

7
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Treatment for Traveler’s Diarrhea

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  • Fluid

- Electrolyte replacement

8
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Prevention for Traveler’s Diarrhea

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  • Proper food preparation

- Good hygiene

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