Which of the Following Types of Bacteria Are Responsible for Gastroenteritis

question 77

Multiple Choice

Which of the following types of bacteria are responsible for gastroenteritis, tuberculosis, whooping cough, botulism, and tetanus?

• A) Spirilla
• B) Bacilli
• C) Staphylococci
• D) Streptococci
• E) Vibrios

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Definitions:

Fluid Distribution

The process by which fluids are circulated and maintained throughout the body's tissues and organs.

Homeostasis

The ability of a living organism to maintain a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions.

Fluid Catabolism

The process of breaking down fluids in the body, often related to the metabolic degradation of water and other molecules.

Infiltration

The process where a substance passes into or through a tissue or structure, often referring to the seepage of IV fluid into the surrounding tissue.