Microbiology with Diseases by Taxonomy (5th Edition)
Microbiology with Diseases by Taxonomy (5th Edition)
5th Edition
ISBN: 9780134019192
Author: Robert W. Bauman Ph.D.
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 25, Problem 1EDCS

(1)

Summary Introduction

To determine:

The necessity of rubbing the hands for at least 30 seconds with hot water and soap to limit the spread of noroviruses.

Case summary:

In the given scenario, the unhappy roommates Zac, Tran, Justin and Roy, all had stomach cramps, fever, chills, muscle ache, extreme tiredness, nausea, severe diarrhea, and persistent vomiting. Due to this attack of gastroenteritis, they hadn’t left their room for 2 days. The four roommates recovered as their bodies eliminated viruses from their digestive tracts. They also learned the value of handwashing, disinfecting bathroom and dorm room.

(2)

Summary Introduction

To determine:

The reason for ineffectiveness of hand antiseptic against noroviruses.

Case summary:

In the given scenario, the unhappy roommates Zac, Tran, Justin and Roy, all had stomach cramps, fever, chills, muscle ache, extreme tiredness, nausea, severe diarrhea, and persistent vomiting. Due to this attack of gastroenteritis, they hadn’t left their room for 2 days.

(3)

Summary Introduction

To determine:

How noroviruses can spread via laundromats.

Case summary:

In the given scenario, the four roommates had an attack of acute gastroenteritis, due to which they didn’t leave their room for 2 days until the disease got eliminated by itself.

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