Ensure Patients With a Wound Are Protected Against Tetanus

August 2020

Fewer than 1 in 25 patients get appropriate prophylaxis for tetanus after a wound.

We know that tetanus infections are rare. But tetanus can lead to permanent neurologic damage...or death in up to 1 in 5 patients.

Continue to ensure patients are current with routine tetanus immunizations. Review our chart, Tetanus Vaccination, for when to give routine doses...and how to avoid mix-ups between products.

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Ensure Patients With a Wound Are Protected Against Tetanus

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