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Clostridioides difficile — NCLEX Cheat Sheet

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👤 By the CinnaRN Clinical Content Team 🕐 Updated 2026-07-11 🏷️ Safety & Infection Control 🔖 Free to read, print, and share

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Use this quick-reference guide to spot, treat, and prevent Clostridioides difficile on the NCLEX. Keep it handy during review and on exam day!

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Why it happens

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What to look for

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Key facts

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Hallmark is frequent watery, foul-smelling diarrhea (often 3 or more loose stools in 24 hours), abdominal cramping, fever, and leukocytosis.

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