Tom Has Had Diarrhea, Fever, and Abdominal Cramps Since Eating

question 26

Multiple Choice

Tom has had diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps since eating some chicken the day before. He recovers completely after about 5 days and is pretty certain he had food poisoning. What type of food poisoning did Tom most likely have?

• A) influenza
• B) botulism
• C) salmonellosis
• D) camplyobacter

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Definitions:

Cervical Region

The cervical region refers to the neck portion of the spine, comprising the first seven vertebrae.

Neck

The part of the body connecting the head to the rest of the body, containing vascular, nervous, and muscular structures.

Medial

Pertaining to the middle or center; closer to the midline of the body or a structure.

Midline

An anatomical term referring to the median vertical line of the body, dividing it into right and left halves.