A patient is diagnosed with an ascaris infection. The patient asks what the best way is to prevent ascaris infections. What is the nurse's best response?
A) "Wash hands before eating."
B) "Do not share hairbrushes or hats."
C) "Wash fresh fruits and vegetables before eating."
D) "Avoid heavily populated areas."
C
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Ascaris infection occurs where sanitation is poor. Eggs in the soil are ingested with vegetables or other improperly washed foods containing the worm. The patients may be unaware until a worm in their stool is seen or the patient becomes quite ill. Teaching patients the importance of washing fresh fruit and vegetables will help them reduce risk of infection. Washing hands, avoiding sharing hairbrushes or hats, and being aware in populated areas will reduce the risk of other infections but do not relate to ascaris.
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