Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 88%
Simulated
A nurse is reviewing transmission precautions with an assistive personnel (AP) who is providing care for a client who has a Clostridium difficile infection. Which of the following statements by the AP indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The correct answer is D: I will wear gloves when changing the client's hospital gown. This is correct because Clostridium difficile is transmitted through contact with feces. Wearing gloves during gown changes helps prevent the spread of the infection. Choice A is incorrect as isopropyl alcohol is not effective against C. difficile spores. Choice B is incorrect because hand sanitizer is not enough to remove C. difficile spores. Choice C is incorrect as wearing a mask is not necessary for C. difficile transmission.