Tetanus

Introduction Clostridium tetani is a microorganism that has effected the lives of many people. This bacteria is the cause of the disease many people have come to know as Tetanus. It infects its victims by releasing a toxin in the human body that causes an infection in the nervous system (Hassel, 2013). The first experimentations with Tetanus began in the 1800’s when scientists began infecting animals with samples from infected humans. In 1889, one scientist by the name of Kitasto was able to…

Clostridium tetani is a bacillus, or rod-shaped bacteria responsible for the often-fatal disease tetanus. The word tetanus originated from the Greek word tetanos, which means to ‘stretch’. It is a Gram-positive bacterium and often appears to be shaped like a tennis racket, drumstick, or club when stained. This unusual appearance is the result of sporulation that occurs within the cell. C. tetani is an obligate anaerobe and relies solely on fermentation. Since it is an obligate anaerobe, this…

discomfort, or fever as directed by your caregiver. You may need a tetanus shot if: You cannot remember when you had your last tetanus shot. You have never had a tetanus shot. If you get a tetanus shot, your arm may swell, get red, and feel warm to the touch. This is common and not a problem. If you need a tetanus shot and you choose not to have one, there is a rare chance of getting tetanus. Sickness from tetanus can be…

Indications of the tetanus disease start to appear after the exposure to the bacteria about 10 days, these indications include high temperature 38 degree Celsius, sweating, tachycardia, hypertension and "lockjaw”. Treatment of tetanus could begin from the stage of the scar where somebody thinks he might have the disease then the doctor should remove it by surgical operation, moreover antibiotics like penicillin and metronidazole are used for tetanus, furthermore tetanus treatment could be given…

the universal childhood immunization program with the combined DTP or diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis vaccine was started by the health authorities and continued at the national level since 1982. With the passing of the time-period, the health authorities have continued the programs with various modifications such as the switch from the (DTPw) diphtheria-tetanus-whole cell pertussis vaccine to (DTPa) diphtheria-tetanus-acellular pertussis…

In this experiment, we investigated electrically stimulated nerves n the forearm to display recruitment, summation, tetanus and conduction velocity of action potentials. Muscle are either directly joined to the bone or connected by tendons, which by definition are resilient bundles of collagen fibers. Motor nerves innervate the fibers of the skeletal muscles, which is controlled voluntarily. The action potential in a muscle fiber allows for an increase in the influx of calcium causing what we…

inhibitory interneurons of the spinal cord and blocks the release of inhibitory neurotransmitters which prevents the release of the neurotransmitter that is responsible for stopping muscle contraction. In cases of people who have become infected with tetanus will present with headaches, fever, sweating, high blood pressure, trouble swallowing, and a fast heart rate and can last anywhere from a few days to a few weeks and may take months to recover completely. This process leads to the…

discussed care of what to do if this is the case. I also discussed that if there is any lesion left after about three weeks, he should come in for re-treatment. Puncture wound, left hand, very rusty, metal grate. I do think we should give him a tetanus shot since it has been greater than five years since he has had one. TD was administered today. Poison ivy, localized, reviewed care, including Domeboro solution, monitoring for secondary infections. Healthcare maintenance. Of note,…

Blog Adult Vaccinations that are a Must for Immigrants Vaccinations are considered to be one of the most effective medical ways of helping individuals to strengthen their body immunity. It is best to take medical assistance and know about the vaccinations that your infant needs. However, vaccinations are available not just for children but for adults as well. Adult vaccinations are needed during international visits for immigrants. The growing importance for these vaccinations is to make your…

Clostridium tetani is a rod shaped microorganism’s bacteria in charge of the frequently lethal infection tetanus he word tetanus originates from the Greek word tetanus, which anticipates the meaning to stretch. Tetanus is described by unbending nature and sudden contractions of skeletal muscle and infection within the integumentary system, skin (Tortora, et al., 2016). Bacterial cells, similar to plant cells, are surrounded by a cell wall. However, bacterial cell walls are comprised of…