Which of these statements about the medical treatment for cryptosporidiosis is TRUE?
a. It is aimed at palliative treatment.
b. It consists of antibiotic therapy such as penicillin G IV over a period of 14 to 21 days.
c. It consists of antifungal therapy IV for a period of 6 weeks.
d. It consists of radiation therapy for the ga-strointestinal (GI)tract.
A
Cryptosporidiosis is a protozoan that infects epithelial cells of the GI tract. It is transmitted by the fecal-oral route and through contaminated water or food. Interventions include a focus on symptoms (palliative care), including antidiarrheals given on programmed schedule, not PRN; fluid/electrolyte replacements; maintaining nutritional status with low residue, high protein, calories; and careful attention to skin care.
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