Later in the Evening, After Attending a Family Reunion, Several

Multiple Choice

Later in the evening, after attending a family reunion, several family members went to the emergency department after experiencing nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and severe cramping.When questioned about the food at the family reunion, the menu included fried chicken, hot dogs, hamburgers, potato salad, deviled eggs, éclairs, and cheesecake.The symptoms appeared about 4 hours after they ate.What is the most probable explanation for these symptoms?

A) Staphylococcal food poisoning
B) Toxic shock syndrome
C) Toxic epidermal necrolysis
D) Scalded skin syndrome