The correct option is
D Diptheria, whooping cough, tetanus
The correct option is D.
Explanation of correct option:
- DPT stands for Diptheria, tetanus toxoids, and pertussis (also called whooping cough) and as the abbreviation itself is self-explanatory, it is administered to prevent diptheria, whooping cough, and tetanus.
- Diptheria is a bacterial infection caused by Corynebacterium diphtheriae, which usually infects the back of the throat causing difficulty in breathing.
- Tetanus is induced by Clostridium tetani species of bacteria that invade the body through cuts and wounds that cause muscle cramps and fever.
- Whooping cough is caused by Bordetella pertussis that targets the respiratory system of the individuals.
Explanation of incorrect options:
Option A:
- DPT vaccine is administered to prevent tetanus, but it does not prevent polio or plague when administered, hence it is a wrong option.
Option B:
- DPT prevents Diptheria and whooping cough, but in order to prevent leprosy BCG vaccine with attenuated leprosy, bacteria have to be administered.
Option C:
- DPT is effective against diptheria and tetanus but has not proven to be effective against pneumonia.
Final answer: DPT vaccine is given for Diptheria, whooping cough, tetanus