The causes of acute gastroenteritis include viruses, bacteria, and parasites. Which of the following is a parasitic cause of gastroenteritis?
a. Shigella c. Yersinia
b. Escherichia coli d. Giardia lamblia
D
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A Incorrect: A parasitic cause of gastroenteritis is not Shigella. This is a bacterium.
B Incorrect: A parasitic cause of gastroenteritis is not Escherichia coli. This is also a bacterium.
C Incorrect: A parasitic cause of gastroenteritis is not Yersinia. This is a bacterium.
D Correct: The causes of acute gastroenteritis include viruses, bacteria, and parasites. A parasitic cause of gastroenteritis is Giardia lamblia.
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