Tetanus Flashcards
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Characteristics of Tetanus
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- Neuromuscular disease
- Called “Lockjaw”
2
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Causes of Tetanus
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- Clostridium tetani
- Gram positive
- Endospore-forming bacillus
- Reside in soil and gastrointestinal tracts of animals
3
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Portal of entry for Tetanus
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Endospores through breaks in the skin
4
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Signs/Symptoms for Tetanus
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- Tightening of the jaw and neck muscles
- Fever and muscle spasms
5
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Incubation period for Tetanus
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5 days to 15 weeks
6
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Susceptibility for Tetanus
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Unnimmunized individuals
7
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Prevention for Tetanus
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- Recommended vaccination series
- Babies, Pregnant woman, Non-immunized, or pass due booster
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Treatment for Tetanus
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- Immediate antitoxin therapy
- Human Tetanus immune globulin (TIG)
