A young child is being treated for giardiasis. Which of the following should the nurse recommend to the child's parent?
A. The child can swim in a pool if wearing diapers.
B. The parasite is difficult to transmit, so no special precautions are indicated.
C. Handwashing will be important to prevent transmission to other family members.
D. Be sure to withhold fluids to prevent further diarrhea episodes.
Answer: C. Proper handwashing technique is important to prevent transmission of the parasite to other family members. If a child with giardiasis is in a pool, contamination of the entire pool is a possibility. Treatment may be indicated for up to 1 month to treat parasites that have hatched since treatment began. It is imperative to promote fluid intake to prevent dehydration in the child, so withholding fluids is not an appropriate recommendation.
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