Which of the Following Statements Concerning Tetanus Is FALSE

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning tetanus is FALSE?

• A) Its only source is from deep puncture wounds from rusty nails.
• B) Its toxin causes simultaneous contraction of both muscles in an antagonistic pair.
• C) It is a small, motile, obligate anaerobe.
• D) It produces a terminal endospore that gives the cell a distinctive "lollipop" appearance.
• E) Its diagnostic feature is characteristic muscle contractions, which are often noted too late to save the patient.

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