Botulism Is Caused by Ingestion of a Proteinaceous Exotoxin; Therefore

question 24

Multiple Choice

Botulism is caused by ingestion of a proteinaceous exotoxin; therefore, it can easily be prevented by

• A) filtering food.
• B) preventing fecal contamination of food.
• C) boiling food prior to consumption.
• D) not eating canned food.
• E) administering antibiotics to patients.

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