Bacterial Intoxications Differ from Bacterial Infections of the Digestive System

question 23

Multiple Choice

Bacterial intoxications differ from bacterial infections of the digestive system in that intoxications

• A) are transmitted via contaminated water.
• B) have shorter incubation times.
• C) are more severe.
• D) are treated with antibiotics.
• E) are accompanied by high fever.

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Definitions:

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