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THE most poisinous substance known, one aerosolised gram can kill 1 million people?botulin: can be released as aerosol or contaminant in food. can include expensive long term care.
gram pos, rod shaped, spore forming organism that can last for up to 30 yrsClostridium Botulinum.
there are 7 types of botulism. types A-G, infection of mammals occurs in?ABE and F: human illness C and D: birds and mammals G: unknown
types of botulismfood bourne, intestinal (infant/children and adults) wound, inhaled.
the pathology of each type of botulism occurs in different time frame, which are?ingestion: unknown food bourne: 6- 8 hrs wound: 4-14 days inhalation: 24-36hrs
the pathology of which form of botulism occurs fastestfood bourne
Mode of action of botulism1)toxin enters blood stream 2) binds to peripheral nerve endings 3) inhibits release of Ach. thus preventing muscle contraction
symptoms of Botulism infectionsymmetrical descending paralysis beginning with cranial nerves resuting in airway obstruction/ paralysis of respiratory muscles.
the infection that results in paralysis of respiratory muscles ?botulism
prolonged ventilatory support and intensive care can result in secondary complication of ?botulism infection
transmission of botulism occurs?home canned goods (food bourne) honey ( ingested) crush injuries, injection drug use (wound)
concerning botulism, it is recommended that honey is not given to infants <12 months because?honey may contai spores of Botulism which can cause ingestion botulism in infants
symptoms of botulism poisoningdouble/ blurred vision drooping eyelids slurred speech difficulty swallowing. most patient are afebrile and alert
symptoms botulism infection ininfantsweak cry, poor feeding, constipation , poor muscle tone, floppy baby syndrome
treatment of botulism?antitoxin administration. supply ventilation care, body positioning and parenteral nutrition. elimination: induce vomiting, high enemas