Rabies And tetanus Flashcards
1
Q
This type of poisoning minic generalized tetanus infection
A
Strychnine poisoning
2
Q
This symptom differentiates Tetnus from the other disorders that mimics it
A
Abdominal muscle rigidity is continuous in tetanus (episodic in other disorders)
3
Q
Antibiotic of choice in tetanus
A
Metronidazole 400mg rectally or 500mg via IV Q6