COLLEGE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES

BO CAMPUS (KOWAMA)
DEPARTMENT OF NURSING

FIRST SEMESTER

ASSESSMENT PRESENTATION

MODULE: PAEDIATRIC NURSING

PROGRAM: STATE REGISTERED NURSE (SRN)

YEAR: TWO (2)

LECTURER: MS. FIBIAN SUNDUFU

TOPIC: BIOLOGICAL POISONING (FOOD POISONING)

GROUP: SIX (6)

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 NAME ID REMARK

EMMANUEL MOMOH

HAJA RAMATU KAWA

FATMATA S. GENDA

MARIAMA TAHIROU BARRIE

JAMINATU M. ALIEU

AMINATA BRIMA

AMINATA CHARM

HASSAN TARAWALLY

MARTHA SANFAN KAMARA

ABIBATU TARAWALLY

MARIA BEATRICE MASSAQUOI

MARGARET S.
NGOMBULANGO

BOCKARIE NGAVAO

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1. Definition of Food Poisoning:

Food poisoning, also known as foodborne illness, is a condition caused by consuming food or

drinks contaminated with harmful bacteria, viruses, parasites, or toxins. The ingestion of

contaminated food can lead to various symptoms ranging from mild gastrointestinal discomfort

to severe complications and even death.

2. Causes of Food Poisoning:

- Bacteria (e.g., Salmonella, E. coli, Campylobacter)

- Viruses (e.g., norovirus, hepatitis A)
- Parasites (e.g., Giardia, Cryptosporidium)
- Toxins produced by bacteria (e.g., Staphylococcus aureus, Clostridium botulinum)
- Chemical contaminants
- Allergens

3. Signs and Symptoms of Food Poisoning:

- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Fever
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Muscle aches

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4. Factors Affecting Food Poisoning:

- Improper food handling, storage, or preparation

- Consuming contaminated food or water

- Eating raw or undercooked food

- Cross-contamination of food

- Poor personal hygiene

- Food prepared in unsanitary conditions

5. Complications of Food Poisoning:

- Dehydration
- Electrolyte imbalances
- Kidney damage
- Severe gastrointestinal issues
- Neurological problems (in cases of botulism)
- Long-term health effects in some cases

6 Diagnosis of Food Poisoning:

- Based on symptoms reported by the patient

- History of recent food consumption
- Stool tests to identify the causative organism
- Blood tests in severe cases

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7. Management of Food Poisoning:

- Treatment focuses on managing symptoms

- Hydration to replace fluids lost through vomiting and diarrhea

- Rest and temporary avoidance of solid foods

- Antibiotics may be prescribed in certain bacterial infections

- Hospitalization for severe cases

8. Rationale of Food Poisoning:

The ingestion of contaminated food or beverages introduces harmful pathogens or toxins into the

body, leading to an immune response and symptoms associated with food poisoning

9. Management of patient suffering from food poisoning

The management of a patient suffering from food poisoning includes providing supportive care,

monitoring symptoms, administering fluids to prevent dehydration, and referring the patient to a

healthcare provider if needed. It is important to encourage the patient to rest and avoid

consuming solid foods until symptoms have improved.

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