A client comes into the clinic complaining of arthritic symptoms. In reviewing the chart, the nurse notices that the client had been in the clinic approximately 3 weeks ago. At that time, the client was treated for a foodborne illness
Which of the following foodborne illnesses may result in arthritic symptoms 3 to 4 weeks after the onset of the acute illness? A) Shigellosis B) Listeriosis C) Salmonellosis D) Botulism
C
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The initial symptoms of Salmonella poisoning may occur within 6 to 12 hours; however, arthritic symptoms may occur 3 to 4 weeks later. These symptoms may include arthritic-like symptoms.
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