Case study: Adult with antibiotic-associated diarrhea. Based on the current assessment, what is the nurse's priority action?

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A. implement contact precautions and perform soap-and-water hand hygiene — The priority action is to implement contact precautions and perform soap-and-water hand hygiene because this addresses the immediate risk in the case.

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B. document the finding as expected and reassess in 1 hour

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C. complete routine care before notifying the provider

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D. encourage the client to rest and increase oral intake