A client is suspected of exposure to Clostridium botulinum because of respiratory distress experienced after eating food from a street vendor during a carnival.What care should the nurse provide for this client?
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Clostridium botulinum exposure can lead to severe respiratory distress due to botulism, a potentially fatal condition. Preparing for endotracheal intubation is crucial for maintaining the airway in severe cases. Administering the trivalent botulinum antitoxin is appropriate for neutralizing the toxin. The pentavalent toxoid vaccine is not used for immediate treatment, and antibiotics like penicillin, ciprofloxacin, and doxycycline are not effective against the toxin produced by Clostridium botulinum.

A Client Is Suspected of Exposure to Clostridium Botulinum Because