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A person likely to develop tetanus is immunised by administering:

  1. A
    Preformed antibodies
  2. B
    Wide spectrum antibiotics
  3. C
    Weakened germs
  4. D
    Dead germs

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Immediate protection against tetanus (e.g., after an injury) is provided by injecting preformed antibodies (Antitetanus Serum - ). This is a form of passive immunization.(Note: Based on the provided source key 72->3, the intended answer is option C, referring to the tetanus toxoid vaccine/active immunity, though option A is medically the standard for immediate post-exposure treatment.)

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A person likely to develop tetanus is immunised by administering:
A
Preformed antibodies
B
Wide spectrum antibiotics
C
Weakened germs
D
Dead germs

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