Which organism can cause food poisoning that results in nausea,diarrhea,and vomiting,which occurs 1-6 hours after eating the contaminated food?
A) Staphylococcus
B) Salmonellosis
C) Botulism
D) None of these are correct.

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Staphylococcus is usually contracted from a food handler. Bacteria contaminating the food make toxins, which cause nausea, diarrhea, and vomiting. The symptoms occur 1-6 hours after eating the contaminated food. Salmonellosis is caused by the bacteria in contaminated food (meat, poultry, milk). These bacteria are destroyed by heat. The symptoms of nausea, diarrhea, and vomiting can occur up to 36 hours after eating. Botulism is caused by toxins made by a common bacterium found in the soil. This toxin is a powerful neurotoxin that prevents muscle contractions. You may eat a raw, green bean directly from the garden and ingest the bacteria. This is not harmful. However, if the green beans are improperly canned and not all of the bacteria are destroyed in the process, the toxins they produce may be fatal.

Which Organism Can Cause Food Poisoning That Results in Nausea,diarrhea,and