147 Tetanus Flashcards
1
Q
Most common infection site for tetanus in adults
A
Superficial abrasions to the limbs
2
Q
Mode of transport of tetanus to CNS
A
Retrograde transport
3
Q
Where is tetanus toxin transported
A
Motor nuclei of the cranial nerves or central horns of spinal cord
4
Q
Tetanus prevents release of this substance leading to inhibitory interneuron discharge
A
Synaptobrevin
5
Q
True or false. Clinical manifestations of tetanus occur Ong after tetanus toxin has reached presynaotic inhibitory nerves
A
True
