Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 80%
Simulated
Which intervention should the nurse include when discussing ways to help prevent potential episodes of gastroenteritis from Clostridium botulism?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Clostridium botulinum thrives in improperly canned foods, so discarding damaged cans prevents botulism. Cooking meat, refrigerating dairy, and bottled water are unrelated to botulism.