To decrease diarrhea in patients with Clostridium difficile infection,which of the following medications does the nurse know the patient may be advised to take?

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Probiotic acidophilus supplements can help to restore the balance of gut bacteria and decrease diarrhea in patients with Clostridium difficile infection. Antibiotics may be used to treat the infection, but they can also disrupt the normal gut flora and worsen diarrhea. Ibuprofen and iron supplements are not typically used to treat Clostridium difficile infection or diarrhea associated with it.

To Decrease Diarrhea in Patients with Clostridium Difficile Infection,which of the Following