Infection controlQuestion 1180 of 1700
Which symptoms can a gastrointestinal infection cause?
- Cough and wheezing with chest pain
- Rash and itching on the skin
- Poor appetite, nausea, vomiting, and loose stools
- Joint pain with swelling
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Correct answer: Poor appetite, nausea, vomiting, and loose stools
A GI infection affects the digestive tract. Also report unusual feces.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 4.7: Signs and Symptoms of Infection
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026