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Tetanus - Bacterial Infection Also Known As Locked Jaw
Chain Of Infection
Infectious Agent
Bacterium- Clostridium tetani
Reservoir
Soil, Dust, Manure
Mode of Transmission
Direct or indirect contact with bacteria/ contaminated objects
Portal of Entry
Surgical procedure, insect bites, dental infection, broken skin
Susceptible Host
Humans and animals (more detail under risk factors)
Medical Care
PPE- protects against the entry of harmful bacteria
Stay up to date with vaccines- prevent the effects of tetanus
sterilize equipment- kill any bacteria before it has the chance to transmit
proper hygeine practices- kill any bacteria before it has the chance to enter ones system
Medical Professionals
General doctors- diagnose tetanus and prescribe medication
Intensive care unit staff- care for patirents with life threatening circumstances
Pharmacists- provide the vaccine
Treatment Options
THERE IS NO CURE only signs and symptoms can be managed and treatment will help fight bacteria that has not already released toxins. This includes...
emergency and long term care, wound care, and medication- medications such as...
Diagnostic Tools/Tests
Doctors will use: physical exam, medical and vaccination history, and signs and symptoms to diagnose tetanus
Risk Factors
Certain lines of work
farmers, construction workers, firefighters
lfestyle
Campers, hikers, those with diabetes or immunosuppression
Signs and Symptoms
Incubation period- 10 days
Signs
high or low blood pressure
rapid heart rate
fever
Symptoms
stiff and/or spazzing muscles, blurred and/or double vision
Prevention
Vaccination- Vacines include...
DT (diptheria and tetanus)
DTap (diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis)
Td (tetanus and diphtheria)
Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis)
Schedule:
4 doses at 2,4,6,18 months
doses at 5 years, 12 years
boosters every 10 years
Causes
Animal Bites and Scratches
Splinters and Inpalings
Body Peircings and Tattoos
ntitoxins, antibotics, sedatives, and other drugs