Which set of precaution measures are MOST appropriate for a patient being treated for Clostridioides (formerly Clostridium) difficile colitis?
A. Mandatory gowns, gloves, and surgical masks for healthcare workers Wrong Choice!
B. Mandatory gowns and gloves for healthcare workers, followed by alcohol-based hand cleansing after removing gown and gloves Wrong Choice!
C. Mandatory gowns and gloves for healthcare workers, followed by soap-and-water hand cleansing after removing gown and gloves Correct Choice
D. Mandatory gowns and gloves for healthcare workers, followed by soap-and-water hand cleansing after removing gown and gloves until the patient has fewer than five loose bowel movements daily Wrong Choice!
Answer:C
Which set of precaution measures are MOST appropriate for a patient being treated for Clostridioides (formerly Clostridium) difficile colitis?
A. Mandatory gowns, gloves, and surgical masks for healthcare workers Wrong Choice! B. Mandatory gowns and gloves for healthcare workers, followed by alcohol-based hand cleansing after removing gown and gloves Wrong Choice! C. Mandatory gowns and gloves for healthcare workers, followed by soap-and-water hand cleansing after removing gown and gloves Correct Choice D. Mandatory gowns and gloves for healthcare workers, followed by soap-and-water hand cleansing after removing gown and gloves until the patient has fewer than five loose bowel movements daily Wrong Choice!