Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
The nurse is taking care of a client with Clostridium difficile (C. difficile). The nurse should do which of the following to prevent the spread of infection? Select all that apply.
Correct answer
D,E
Rationale
To prevent the spread of C. difficile, washing hands with soap and water (D) is essential as alcohol-based sanitizers are ineffective against its spores, and wearing a protective gown (E) prevents contamination. A respirator (A) is unnecessary, sterile gloves (B) are not required (clean gloves suffice), and alcohol sanitizer (C) is ineffective. CN: Safety and infection control; CL: Create