A nurse is reviewing the signs and symptoms of a fungal superinfection with a client. The client demonstrates understanding of the information when he identifies which of the following as suggesting a fungal superinfection? Select all that apply
A) Bloody diarrhea
B) Abdominal cramping
C) Creamy white patches on the throat
D) Intense vaginal itching
E) Excoriation of the anogenital skin folds
Ans: C, D, E
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A fungal superinfection commonly occurs in the mouth, vagina, and anogenital areas, commonly manifested by creamy, white, lace-like patches on the tongue, mouth, or throat; white or yellow vaginal discharge; anal or vaginal itching or redness; and inflammation or excoriation of the mouth or the skin folds of the anogenital area. Bacterial superinfections commonly occur in the bowel, manifested by fever, diarrhea with visible blood or mucus, and abdominal cramping.
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