Which information should the nurse include in the teaching for a client with an increased risk for the development a Clostridium difficile infection?Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
A. Report any episode of diarrhea.
B. Treat diarrhea with over-the-counter antidiarrheal drugs.
C. Increase intake of active culture yogurt.
D. Avoid fatty foods.
E. Increase fluid intake.
Answer:
B. Treat diarrhea with over-the-counter antidiarrheal drugs.
C. Increase intake of active culture yogurt.
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