Toxoplasmosis is a protozoal infection transmitted through organisms in raw and undercooked meat or through contact with contaminated cat feces
While providing education to the pregnant woman, the nurse evaluates the learning and understands that the patient requires further instruction when she states a. "I will be certain to empty the litter boxes regularly."
b. "I won't eat raw eggs."
c. "I had better wash all of my fruits and vegetables."
d. "I need to be cautious when cooking meat."
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A The patient should avoid contact with materials that are possibly contaminated
with cat feces while pregnant. This includes cat litter boxes, sand boxes, and
garden soil. She should wash her hands thoroughly after working with soil or
handling animals.
B The patient should avoid undercooked eggs and unpasteurized milk.
C All fruits and vegetables should be washed thoroughly before eating.
D Meat should be cooked thoroughly to an internal temperature of at least 160° F
or as high as 180° F for poultry. All surfaces should be washed after they come
into contact with uncooked meat. The patient should be instructed not to use the
same utensils or cutting board for meat and produce.
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