Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 83%
Simulated
The client diagnosed with gastroenteritis is being discharged from the emergency department. Which intervention should the nurse include in the discharge teaching?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Handwashing prevents the spread of gastroenteritis, a key discharge teaching point. Persistent diarrhea is concerning but less specific, steroids are irrelevant, and stool collection is not routine.