Immunisation Flashcards
1
Q
Name of tetanus toxin and how it affects humans
A
Tetanospasmin. Prevents release of inhibitory NTs giving muscular rigidity
2
Q
Clinical features of tetanus
A
- arching of the back (opisthtonus)
2. Facial grimace (risus sardonicus) –> ‘lock jaw’
3
Q
Bacteria that causes whooping cough
A
Bordetella pertussis, gram negative cocci-baciillus