Clostridium difficile (C-difficile) is a gram-positive anaerobic bacteria known to cause diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever
The CDC has reported that children are at minimal risks as this infection affects primarily the elderly or patients who are immunocompromised. Is this statement true or false? Indicate whether the statement is true or false
F
In 2005, the CDC reported an increase in the number of cases of Clostridium difficile in
children who were previously thought to be at minimal risk. Children ages 1 to 4 are
primarily affected.
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