A Patient Asks Why the Physician Would Not Prescribe Antibiotics

question 13

Multiple Choice

A patient asks why the physician would not prescribe antibiotics for influenza. How should the nurse respond?

• A)"Most cases of the flu are caused by antibiotic-resistant bacteria."
• B)"Antibiotics are not effective against viruses."
• C)"Antibiotics have too many serious side effects."
• D)"Antibiotics can interact with other medications used for the flu."

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