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Which food item is most commonly associated with Staphylococcus aureus outbreaks?
Staphylococcus aureus is often spread through improper personal hygiene, particularly when food handlers touch ready-to-eat foods. It produces heat-stable toxin
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Question: Which food item is most commonly associated with Staphylococcus aureus outbreaks?
Answer options: ✅ Foods handled extensively without proper hygiene, like salads or pastries.
- Undercooked poultry.
- Raw oysters.
- Contaminated produce.
Correct answer: Foods handled extensively without proper hygiene, like salads or pastries.
Explanation: Staphylococcus aureus is often spread through improper personal hygiene, particularly when food handlers touch ready-to-eat foods. It produces heat-stable toxins.
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