Multiple Choice
Botulism is caused by ingestion of a proteinaceous exotoxin; therefore, it can easily be prevented by
A) filtering food.
B) preventing fecal contamination of food.
C) boiling food prior to consumption.
D) not eating canned food.
E) administering antibiotics to patients.
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