salmonella basics
what is the type of microorganism causes salmonella
bacteria
What common symptom causes frequent loose or watery bowel movements?
Diarrhea.
What popular poultry product can carry Salmonella when raw or undercooked?
Chicken.
What should you do with soap and water before preparing food?
Wash your hands.
what should people drink to prevent dehydration during a Salmonella infection?
Water and other fluids.
salmonella commonly effects which part of the body
intestines
What increase in body temperature can occur with Salmonella?
fever
What two breakfast foods can expose someone to Salmonella when raw or undercooked?
eggs, umpastuized milk
What foods should raw chicken be kept separate from?
Ready-to-eat foods.
About how long does it take most people to recover from Salmonella
4-7 days
salmonella infections are mostly seen in eating what kind of food
contaminated/raw
Where can Salmonella cause painful cramps?
The abdomen or stomach.
What is it called when bacteria from raw chicken spread to vegetables through a cutting board?
Cross-contamination.
What minimum internal temperature must chicken reach to be safely cooked?
165°F (74°C).
What type of medication may be prescribed for severe Salmonella infections
Antibiotics.
Salmonella bacteria can spread through this route when germs from feces enter the mouth. what is this called
fecal-oral transmission
How long after exposure do Salmonella symptoms usually begin?
6 hours to 6 days.
What type of milk can contain Salmonella because it has not been heat-treated?
Unpasteurized milk.
What kitchen tool checks whether meat has reached a safe internal temperature?
food thermometer.
What type of infection are young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems at greater risk of developing?
A severe Salmonella infection.
what is the the medical term for an infection caused by Salmonella bacteria is this.
salmonellosis
What dangerous condition can happen when the body loses too much fluid from diarrhea and vomiting?
Dehydration.
What food safety process uses heat to kill harmful bacteria in milk
Pasteurization.
How long can perishable food generally stay at room temperature before it should be refrigerated?
Two hours
Who should someone contact if they experience bloody diarrhea, severe dehydration, or a persistent high fever?
A healthcare provider or doctor.