Campylobacteriosis- an infection by the campylobacterium most commonly known as C. jejuni.

It is among the most common bacterial infections of humans.

Signs and Symptoms: Fever, Diarrhea and Stomach Cramps

Pathophysiology
Ingestion of Campylobacter Jejuni
Inflammation
Fever
Goes to The Gastrointestinal tract
Crypt Abscess Develop in the
Stomach cramps Epithelial Gland and
Penetration of the gastrointestinal ulceration of the mucosal
mucus epithelium.

C Jejuni Adheres to the gut

Triggers Immune Response
enterocytes

Intestinal epithelium forms a barrier against Induce diarrhea via toxin

penetration of microbes release

Release of enterotoxin and

glycocalyx of mucins and other glycoproteins
cytotoxin
trap the bacteria

Increase Chloride Ion

permeability of intestinal
Edema mucosal cells

Infection

levels of all immunoglobulin

Fever Infection
classes rise
Diagnostics: Fecalysis and Urinalysis
Nursing Interventions:
1. Teach proper Hand Washing
2. Advice the patient to avoid undercooked food
3. Increase Fluid Intake
4. Monitor

Pharmacological Treatment

Antibiotics