Which of the following client statements would cause the nurse to further question the client?
Explanation & Rationale
Choice A reason: Antibiotic-associated diarrhea is common due to gut flora disruption, often benign or linked to Clostridium difficile. This statement aligns with expected side effects, requiring monitoring but not immediate further questioning compared to persistent symptoms. Choice B reason: Green colostomy output can result from dietary changes (e.g., green vegetables) or medications. This is a normal variation and does not warrant urgent questioning unless accompanied by systemic symptoms like fever or pain. Choice C reason: Strong-smelling liquid stool for several days suggests potential infection, malabsorption, or inflammatory conditions (e.g., C. difficile, colitis). Persistent symptoms warrant further questioning to assess duration, associated symptoms, and risk factors for serious pathology. Choice D reason: Black, thick stool is a known side effect of ferrous sulfate due to iron oxidation in the gut. This is benign and expected, not requiring further questioning unless other symptoms like bleeding are present.