Asked by Jerry Nguyen on Sep 24, 2024
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The nurse is caring for a patient with a diagnosed case of Clostridium difficile. The nurse expects to implement which of the following interventions? (Select all that apply.)
A) Administration of protease inhibitors
B) Use of personal protective equipment
C) Patient teaching on methods to inhibit transmission
D) Preventing visitors from entering the room
E) Administration of intravenous fluids
F) Strict monitoring of intake and output
Clostridium Difficile
A bacterium that can cause symptoms ranging from diarrhea to life-threatening inflammation of the colon, often after antibiotic use.
Protease Inhibitors
A class of antiviral drugs that prevent viral replication by inhibiting the function of proteases, enzymes viruses use to cleave proteins during their life cycle.
Personal Protective Equipment
Gear or clothing designed to protect the wearer's body from injury or infection, including masks, gloves, and gowns.
- Identify and implement appropriate interventions for managing patients with specific infectious diseases.
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Learning Objectives
- Identify and implement appropriate interventions for managing patients with specific infectious diseases.
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