Therapeutic Management of a Child with Tetanus Includes the Administration

question 7

Multiple Choice

Therapeutic management of a child with tetanus includes the administration of which of the following?

• A)NSAIDs to reduce inflammation
• B)Muscle stimulants to counteract muscle weakness
• C)Bronchodilators to prevent respiratory complications
• D)Antibiotics to control bacterial proliferation at site of injury

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Definitions:

Antigens

Substances that induce an immune response in the body, especially the production of antibodies.

Radioimmunoassay

A sensitive technique used in biochemistry to measure concentrations of antigens by the use of antibodies.

False Positive

A test result which wrongly indicates the presence of a condition or characteristic.

Ergot Fungus

A type of fungus that grows on rye and other grains, producing toxins that can cause serious health problems if ingested.