A 59-year-old female has been diagnosed with Escherichia col…
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A 59-yeаr-оld femаle hаs been diagnоsed with Escherichia cоli infection following the consumption of contaminated meat. The patient is exhibiting a high fever, severe abdominal cramping, and diarrhea. As the patients RN, you provide supportive care and fluid resuscitation as ordered. You and medical team members provide education to the patient and her family regarding the genetics of the E. coli bacterium.
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