Which is the infectious process caused by exotoxins secreted by types of Staphylococcus aureus?
a. Septic shock
b. Plague
c. Toxic shock syndrome
d. Tuberculosis
ANS: C
Toxic shock syndrome is an acute condition caused by exotoxins secreted by strains of S. aureus, which can invade any part of the body; the syndrome is characterized by high fever, hypotension, and injury to multiple organ systems.
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