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A patient with clostridium difficile infection is being discharged. What discharge instruction is most important to prevent recurrence and spread?
Thorough hand washing with soap and water is essential for C. difficile as alcohol-based hand rub is not effective against its spores. This prevents spread and
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Question: A patient with clostridium difficile infection is being discharged. What discharge instruction is most important to prevent recurrence and spread?
Answer options:
- Avoid eating leafy green vegetables. ✅ Perform diligent hand hygiene with soap and water.
- Disinfect all surfaces with alcohol-based wipes.
- Take antibiotics exactly as prescribed until finished.
Correct answer: Perform diligent hand hygiene with soap and water.
Explanation: Thorough hand washing with soap and water is essential for C. difficile as alcohol-based hand rub is not effective against its spores. This prevents spread and reinfection.
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