A Client Is Hospitalized and on Multiple Antibiotics

question 9

Multiple Choice

A client is hospitalized and on multiple antibiotics.The client develops frequent diarrhea.What action by the nurse is most important?

• A) Consult with the provider about obtaining stool cultures.
• B) Delegate frequent perianal care to unlicensed assistive personnel.
• C) Place the client on NPO status until the diarrhea resolves.
• D) Request a prescription for an anti-diarrheal medication.

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