The nurse is caring for a patient who develops watery diarrhea and a fever after prolonged omeprazole (Prilosec)therapy. In which order will the nurse take actions? (Put a comma and a space between each answer choice [A,B,C,D].)

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Proton pump inhibitors including omeprazole (Prilosec)may increase the risk of Clostridium difficile-associated colitis. Because the patient's history and symptoms are consistent with C. difficile infection,the initial action should be initiation of infection control measures to protect other patients. Assessment of blood pressure and pulse is needed to determine whether the patient has symptoms of hypovolemia or shock. The health care provider should be notified so that actions such as obtaining stool specimens and antibiotic therapy can be started. Tylenol may be administered but is the lowest priority of the actions.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Develops Watery