Chapter 18.3, Problem 11AYP

Summary Introduction

To describe:

The reason that makes anthrax a good agent for bioterrorism, and also to list the important resenting signs to look for in patients

Concept introduction:

This disease is caused by gram-positive, Bacillus anthracis which is among the largest of all bacterial pathogens. Anthrax is characterized by a group of blister and small bumps on the skin, swelling can around the skin sore, chest discomfort, nausea, vomiting, swelling of the abdomen, confusion, and dizziness.