Gastroenteritis

Gastroenteritis ( 21 Questions)

Question 12 :
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A nurse is educating parents about preventing gastroenteritis in their children. Which measures should the nurse include in the teaching? (Select all that apply)

Correct Answer: ["A","B","C","E"]

Choice A rationale:

Boiling or filtering water before drinking helps prevent ingestion of contaminated water, reducing the risk of gastroenteritis.

Choice B rationale:

Avoiding sharing utensils helps prevent the spread of infectious agents that can cause gastroenteritis.

Choice C rationale:

Washing hands with soap and water before meals is essential to remove potential pathogens and prevent transmission.

Choice D rationale:

While keeping children indoors during the rainy season can reduce exposure to certain infections, it is not a direct measure to prevent gastroenteritis.

Choice E rationale:

Proper disposal of fecal matter helps prevent the contamination of water sources and food, reducing the risk of gastroenteritis transmission.




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