Section 1: Are You at Risk?

☐ I’ve recently taken antibiotics
☐ I am over age 65
☐ I’ve been in the hospital or a nursing home
☐ I have a weakened immune system
☐ I use acid-reducing meds like Prilosec or Nexium
☐ I’ve had C. diff before

Section 2: Know the Warning Signs

☐ Watery diarrhea 3+ times a day
☐ Stomach cramping or tenderness
☐ Fever or nausea
☐ Diarrhea started during or after antibiotics
☐ Symptoms started in the hospital or shortly after discharge

Section 3: Take Action Quickly

☐ Tell your nurse or doctor right away
☐ Ask about testing for C. diff
☐ Don’t take anti-diarrheal meds unless approved
☐ Ask if your antibiotics should be stopped or changed

Section 4: Stop the Spread

☐ Wash hands with soap and water (not just sanitizer)
☐ Clean bathroom and surfaces with bleach-based cleaner
☐ Wear gloves if helping someone with symptoms
☐ Ask staff to use gowns and gloves
☐ Keep the patient isolated if in a facility

Section 5: Support Recovery

☐ Take all prescribed C. diff meds (vancomycin, etc.)
☐ Ask about probiotics or gut support
☐ Watch for symptoms coming back
☐ Follow up with your doctor
☐ Learn how to prevent future infections