If a person showed up in the emergency room showing signs of tetanus, which of the following would be the most appropriate therapy for him in the emergency room? Select one:

a. administer antiviral drugs

b. give him tetanus toxoid

c. provide intravenous tetanus antitoxin

d. wash any visible wound with alcohol

e. do all of the above

Answer: b. give him tetanus toxoid

Explanation:

Tetanus is a illness caused by the bacterial strain called as Clostridium bacteria. This bacteria lives in dust, manure, soil and saliva. The bacteria enters the body through the route of deep cut, burns and stepping on a nail. The infection results painful tightening of the muscles.

In medical emergency to prevent symptoms of tetanus immunization of body with tetanus toxoid vaccine should be given.