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An Adult with Escherichia Coli O157:H7 Food Poisoning Is Admitted

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An adult with Escherichia coli O157:H7 food poisoning is admitted to the hospital with bloody diarrhea and dehydration. Which prescribed action will the nurse question?


A) Infuse lactated Ringer's solution at 250 mL/hr.
B) Monitor blood urea nitrogen and creatinine daily.
C) Administer loperamide (Imodium) after each stool.
D) Provide a clear liquid diet and progress diet as tolerated.

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