The nurse, after reviewing a client's immunization history, realizes that which of the following pathogen toxoids would not be given to an individual to develop an immune response?

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Toxoids are immunizations against toxins produced by bacteria or other pathogens, such as diphtheria and tetanus. Snake toxin is not a pathogen that produces toxins, and therefore there is no toxoid available to protect against it. Attenuated polio and tetanus toxoid are given to develop an immune response, and diphtheria toxoid is a routine part of childhood immunizations.

The Nurse, After Reviewing a Client's Immunization History, Realizes That