The nurse is caring for a client with a protozoan infection.The nurse instructs the client that the growing stage of a protozoan is termed a:

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The term "trophozoite" is used to describe the active, growing stage of a protozoan. This stage is characterized by the organism's ability to move and feed independently.

Answer: D 
 The term "cyst" is used to describe the dormant, inactive stage of a protozoan. During this stage, the organism is enclosed in a protective outer membrane and is not actively growing or reproducing.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client with a Protozoan