Staph Aureus Flashcards
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Staphylococcus aureus
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an Intoxication characterized by abrupt violent onset.
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Transmissions of staph aureus
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foods in contact with food handlers hands, pastries, custards, salads, meats. yet NO communicability (not contagious person to person)
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Incubation Period of staph aureus
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short onset less than 4 hours. Humans are a reservoir 25% will be carriers as well
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Symptoms of staph aureus
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severe nausea, vomiting, cramps, may have diarrhea and subnormal temperature
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Duration of staph aureus
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usually self limited within 1-2 days
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Prevention of staph aureus infection
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safe food handling, food handler hygiene
