When caring for clients with amebiasis, the nurse understands that amebiasis most commonly:
a. results from ingesting contaminated food and water.
b. results from living in unsanitary conditions.
c. is associated with severe nausea and vomiting.
d. is associated with trypanosome parasites.
ANS: A
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A Correct: Ingesting contaminated food and water is the primary mode of transmission for amebiasis.
B Incorrect: Although this can contribute to the presence of contaminated food and water, this is not necessarily associated with amebiasis.
C Incorrect: The manifestations of amebiasis are intestinal--diarrhea and abdominal cramps.
D Incorrect: Amebiasis is associated with the protozoa Entamoeba histolytica.
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