Goal: To discuss the etiology, transmission, clinical presentation, t re atment and prevention of infection with Esch e ri chia coli 0157:H7 (E. coli 0157:H7).
Objectives:
Discuss the association between entero h e m m o r h agic esch erichia coli and hemolytic uremic syndrome.
Identify modes of transmission of E. coli O157:H7.
Describe the presenting symptoms, t re atment and prevention of E. coli O157:H7 infection.