Card 2 / 19: Which of the following is false regarding botulism toxin?
A)
Ach release is blocked in the presynaptic neuron resulting in flaccid paralysis
B)
Botulism occurs via ingestion or wound contamination of spores or preformed toxin
C)
Preformed toxin sources are decaying carcasses
D)
For prevention, vaccination against C. botulism with toxoid can prevent clinical disease
E)
Clinical signs include "sawhorse stance", muscle rigidity, erect ears and a reluctance to eat due to "locked jaw"
Answer:
E) Clinical signs include "sawhorse stance", muscle rigidity, erect ears and a reluctance to eat due to "locked jaw"
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