Question

Bacteria food poisoning (intoxication) ______.

1) is caused by Staphylococcus
2) has a short (several hours) incubation period
3) none of these are true of intoxication
4) is resulted from ingestion of pre-formed toxins
5) all of these are true of intoxication

Answer 1

Bacteria food poisoning (intoxication) is resulted from ingestion of pre-formed toxins. Staphylococcal food poisoning caused by Staphylococcus aureus bacteria has a short incubation period of one to six hours and can cause various symptoms.

Step-by-step explanation:

Food poisoning (intoxication) caused by bacteria is resulted from ingestion of pre-formed toxins. Staphylococcal food poisoning is one type of food intoxication caused by Staphylococcus aureus bacteria. It has a short incubation period of one to six hours and can cause symptoms such as nausea, diarrhea, cramping, and vomiting. In severe cases, it may cause headache, dehydration, and changes in blood pressure and heart rate. The symptoms typically resolve within 24 to 48 hours.