Asked in ETEA MDCAT 2019 2019Moderate

Tetanus is an infection of

Correct answer: B. Nervous system

  • A. Respiratory system
  • B. Nervous system
  • C. Circulatory system
  • D. Bones and muscles

Explanation

Tetanus is an infection of the nervous system caused by Clostridium tetani bacteria. The correct answer is the nervous system because the bacteria affect nerve cells and can lead to muscle stiffness and spasms. The other options (respiratory system, circulatory system, bones, and muscles) are incorrect because they are not the primary systems affected by tetanus infection.

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