Which of the following biological agent requires the use of an antitoxin if exposure occurs?
a. Anthrax
b. Plague
c. Botulism
d. Typhoid
C
Botulism requires supportive care and use of an antitoxin. Attack with various biological agents (e.g., anthrax, plague, typhoidal tularemia) is commonly treated with ciprofloxacin and/or doxycycline.
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