botulism Flashcards
1
Q
where does botulinum toxin enter
A
nerve cell
2
Q
botulinum toxin process
A
chop up snare and snap proteins at the neuromuscular junction then acetylcholine won’t be released-> so the muscle cannot contract
3
Q
botulism progression
A
arms/legs-> neck muscles -> diaghram,nerves-> death
4
Q
botulism is foodborne
A
intoxication
5
Q
how long does botulism take
A
18-36 hours
6
Q
botulism death is
A
1-2 days untreated
7
Q
treatment of botulism
A
antitoxins and ventilators, toxoid vaccines
