The epidemiologists have contacted the school. You have been requested to join them in conducting a site visit of the school.

Please answer these questions:

• Based on the information that you obtained during your site visit, did the outbreak occur in the school cafeteria or at the school party?  Explain.

• What is the incidence rate of this foodborne illness?

• In general, what is the difference between an incidence rate and a prevalence rate?

   Site Visit to SchoolDuring your meeting, the school nurse informs you that the students who were ill ate lunch in the cafeteria every day.  They also had a class party for both sixth grade classes on Friday afternoon, January 11.  She mentioned that the kids had mostly diarrhea, fever, and some vomiting.  FOR GRADES K-6Hours: 11:00a.m. -12:00 p.m. MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday1/71/81/91/101/11Chili Cheese Dog on Bun  Brussel Sprouts Fruit CupMilkFish on Bun  Spinach Cup Apple SauceMilkChicken and Noodles  Diced Carrots  Bread & ButterMilkNachos w/ Beef and Cheese Green Salad Bread & ButterMilkChicken Nuggets Green PeasRiceMilk January 11 – 2:00 p.m. PartyPurchased from Mom and Pop’s Chicken:Barrel of ChickenPotato SaladPurchased from Shop N’ Slop Grocery Store:Ice CreamPotato ChipsPepsiHome-PreparedApple pie with whipped cream topping  Elementary School – Class ListGradeClassroomNumber of Students Number IllK10580116001125801360021456015560320580215604225802360052460025600610050201025020TOTAL 80040   Privacy Policy | Contact