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Clostridium difficile : A Growing Problem Reviewed May, 2017 Expires May, 2019 Provider Information and Specifics available on our Website Unauthorized Distribution Prohibited 2017 , , , LLC By Wanda Lockwood, RN, BA, MA Purpose The purpose of this course is to define Clostridium difficile and explain the different strains, risk factors, spread, symptoms, complications, diagnostic procedures, treatments, and methods to prevent spread of infection. Goals Upon completion of this course, one should be able to: Explain characteristics of Clostridium difficile .
Introduction Janice Carr, CDC, PHIL Between 1993 and 2000, the number of hospitalized patients who developed an infection with Clostridium difficile increased 74%. Between 2000 and 2005, infections increased another 200%, and
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