An older patient is experiencing diarrhea and has recently been diagnosed with Clostridium difficile? This tends to occur in which type of patient?
1. A patient with a history of ulcerative colitis
2. A patient who has had a recent bout of pneumonia
3. A patient who has been on steroids for several months
4. A patient who has consistently had a nutrient poor diet
2. A patient who has had a recent bout of pneumonia
Explanation: 1. A history of ulcerative colitis would not necessarily be associated with Clostridium difficile.
2. Clostridium difficile can be the cause of diarrhea in an older patient who has recently completed antibiotic use.
3. Steroid use is not associated with the development of a Clostridium difficile infection.
4. A diet poor in fresh fruits and vegetables would contribute to the development of constipation and not diarrhea caused by Clostridium difficile.
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