Food Poisoning

Why do people suffer allergic reactions?

• Because of a weak immune system

• Because of exposure to toxins

• Because of a genetic disorder

• Because of a reaction to certain substances

What foodstuffs can trigger allergic reactions?

• Fruits and vegetables

• Dairy products

• Shellfish and nuts

• Grains and cereals

What does acute mean in terms of food poisoning?

• Repeated exposure to a toxin

• Development of symptoms of ill health

• One-off exposure to a toxin

• Chronic exposure to a toxin

What is a pathogen?

• A harmful microorganism

• A beneficial microorganism

• A toxin found in food

• A type of food poisoning

What are the four stages of the life cycle of a pathogen?

• Contact, Colonisation, Invasion, Infection

• Incubation, Contact, Invasion, Infection

• Colonisation, Incubation, Infection, Contact

• Invasion, Infection, Contact, Colonisation

Why should food handlers who have been ill with an infection not handle food for at least 48 hours?

• To prevent the spread of pathogens

• To avoid allergic reactions

• To allow time for recovery

• To reduce the risk of chronic poisoning

What is the role of commensal microorganisms in the human gastrointestinal tract?

• They cause food poisoning

• They help with digestion

• They trigger allergic reactions

• They weaken the immune system

Why do people suffer allergic reactions?

• Because of a weak immune system

• Because of exposure to toxins

• Because of a genetic disorder

• Because of a reaction to certain substances

What is the definition of acute in terms of food poisoning?

• Repeated exposure to a toxin

• Development of symptoms of ill health

• One-off exposure to a toxin

• Chronic exposure to a toxin

Why do individuals experience allergic reactions?

• Because of a weak immune system

• Because of exposure to toxins

• Because of a genetic disorder

• Because of a reaction to certain substances