Question

“T” in DPT vaccination stands for

• A. Tuberculosis
• B. Typhoid
• C. Tetanus
• D. Tonsilitis

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Tetanus

The correct option is (c)

The explanation for the correct option is:

1. Tetanus is a bacterial infection also known as lockjaw.
2. It causes stiffness in various muscles present in different parts of the body.
3. It affects the nervous system.
4. The first affected parts are mostly the jaw and neck but it may soon cause muscle contractions in other parts of the body.
5. DPT vaccine is taken to prevent the body from Tetanus.

The explanation for the incorrect option is:

(a) Tuberculosis:

1. It is caused by Mycobacterium species.
2. It attacks the lungs.
3. It destroys the alveoli in severe cases.

(b) Typhoid:

1. It is caused by Salmonella typhi.
2. It attacks the liver in severe cases.
3. Its symptoms are prolonged chilling fever.

(d) Tonsilitis:

1. It affects the tonsil of humans.
2. It becomes difficult to speak.
3. It is commonly called a throat infection.

Final Answer: “T” in DPT vaccination stands for Tetanus.