A 45-year-old presents with a dirty puncture wound to the foot. Last tetanus vaccine was 8 years ago; completed primary series. Which prophylaxis is i...

Question

A 45-year-old presents with a dirty puncture wound to the foot. Last tetanus vaccine was 8 years ago; completed primary series. Which prophylaxis is indicated?

Accepted Answer

Tdap/Td booster now; no TIG

Answer

TIG only

Answer

No vaccination needed

Answer

Tdap and TIG

Answer

Delay vaccination until wound heals

tetanus prophylaxis MCQ (SBA): Infectious Diseases

A 45-year-old presents with a dirty puncture wound to the foot. Last tetanus vaccine was 8 years ago; completed primary series. Which prophylaxis is indicated?