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Which of the following toxins is produced by Clostridium perfringens?
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?
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?
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?
What is the primary mode of action of the botulinum toxin produced by Clostridium botulinum?
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Which of the following is a common route of exposure to Clostridium botulinum toxin?
Which of the following is a common route of exposure to Clostridium botulinum toxin?
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What is the recommended treatment for botulism caused by Clostridium botulinum?
What is the recommended treatment for botulism caused by Clostridium botulinum?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of the bacteria that cause gas gangrene?
Which of the following is a characteristic of the bacteria that cause gas gangrene?
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What is the primary mode of transmission for neonatal tetanus?
What is the primary mode of transmission for neonatal tetanus?
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Which of the following is an effective prevention strategy for tetanus?
Which of the following is an effective prevention strategy for tetanus?
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What is the primary treatment for tetanus?
What is the primary treatment for tetanus?
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