Which of the following statements describing diarrhea associated with Cl. difficile is correct?
A) Cl. difficile is not usually found in the normal bacteria flora of the bowel.
B) The diagnosis of infection with Cl. difficile is usually made by flexible sigmoidoscopy, which confirms the pseudomembranous colitis diagnosis.
C) The recommended treatment for diarrhea from Cl. difficile includes oral metronidazole for 7 to 10 days.
D) The diarrhea from a Cl. difficile infection is usually bloody, in large amounts, and puts the client at risk for dehydration.
C
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