Which of the Following Statements About Staphylococcal Food Poisoning Is

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about staphylococcal food poisoning is FALSE?

• A) It can be prevented by heating foods to 50°C for 15 minutes.
• B) It can be prevented by adequate refrigeration of food.
• C) It is treated by replacing water and electrolytes.
• D) It is caused by ingesting an enterotoxin.
• E) It is characterized by rapid onset and short duration of symptoms.

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Definitions:

Epithelial Cell Surfaces

The outer layers of cells that line the surfaces and cavities of organs, vessels, and the body, serving as a protective barrier.

Folded Surfaces

Structures in biological systems that have been folded to increase their surface area, enhancing their capacity for processes such as absorption or secretion.

Microvilli

Tiny, finger-like protrusions on the surface of some epithelial cells that increase surface area for absorption and secretion.

Intercalated Disc

Specialized cell-cell junctions between cardiac muscle cells that facilitate the synchronized contraction of the heart.