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Antibiotic-Associated Diarrhea Quiz

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What is the primary mechanism by which broad spectrum antibiotics contribute to a Clostridium difficile (C. diff) infection?

Causing inflammation that leads to increased C. diff replication.

Disrupting normal gastrointestinal flora, allowing C. diff to overgrow. (correct)

Suppressing the patient's immune response, making them susceptible to infection.

Directly activating C. diff bacteria to produce toxins.

What is the most immediate action that should be taken by the nurse following suspicion of a C. diff infection?

Providing a clear liquid diet to manage vomiting and diarrhea.

Immediately starting the patient on broad-spectrum antibiotics.

Initiating contact precautions to prevent spread. (correct)

Administering antidiarrheal medication to reduce symptoms.

What specific laboratory test is required to confirm a C. diff infection?

A blood culture to rule out sepsis from this infection.

A stool culture to detect C. diff toxin. (correct)

A urine analysis to check for signs of dehydration.

A complete blood count to assess the inflammatory response.

Which of these clinical findings is the least likely to be associated with a C. diff infection?

<p>Constipation with no diarrhea</p> Signup and view all the answers

During management of a patient with C. diff, which of these is the most critical lab value that the nurse should be monitoring?

<p>Serum potassium</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Antibiotic-Associated Diarrhea (C. diff)

Broad-spectrum antibiotics (like cefepime) can disrupt the gut's natural bacteria, allowing Clostridium difficile (C. diff) to overgrow.
C. diff produces toxins causing diarrhea, abdominal pain, and fever.
Confirmation of C. diff infection requires a stool culture testing for the toxin.
Contact precautions are crucial to prevent transmission.
Severe diarrhea can lead to significant fluid loss and dehydration.
Nurses need to monitor serum potassium levels and intake/output.

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Test your knowledge on antibiotic-associated diarrhea caused by C. difficile. This quiz covers the effects of broad-spectrum antibiotics, diagnosis methods, and important nursing precautions necessary for patient care. Ensure you understand the implications of C. diff infection and its management.