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Tetanus Diagnosis and Treatment
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Which of the following toxins is produced by Clostridium perfringens?

  • Diphtheria toxin
  • Tetanus toxin
  • Botulinum toxin
  • Enterotoxin (correct)
  • What is the recommended treatment for Clostridium perfringens food poisoning?

  • Intravenous fluids
  • Antibiotic therapy
  • Surgery
  • Symptomatic treatment (correct)
  • Which of the following is a characteristic of Clostridium botulinum?

  • Gram-negative bacilli
  • Non-spore-forming
  • Produces botulinum neurotoxin (correct)
  • Aerobic
  • What is the primary mode of action of the botulinum toxin produced by Clostridium botulinum?

    <p>Inhibits nerve impulses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common route of exposure to Clostridium botulinum toxin?

    <p>Ingestion of contaminated food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended treatment for botulism caused by Clostridium botulinum?

    <p>Antitoxin and supportive care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of the bacteria that cause gas gangrene?

    <p>Spore-forming anaerobes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mode of transmission for neonatal tetanus?

    <p>Contaminated soil or feces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an effective prevention strategy for tetanus?

    <p>Tetanus toxoid vaccination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary treatment for tetanus?

    <p>Antitoxin and supportive care</p> Signup and view all the answers

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