A Patient Allergic to Penicillin Is Being Evaluated for a Gram-Negative

question 5

Multiple Choice

A patient allergic to penicillin is being evaluated for a gram-negative infection.Which antimicrobial drug class would the healthcare provider be cautious in prescribing because of a possible cross sensitivity and/or allergic reaction?

• A) Cephalosporins
• B) Aminoglycosides
• C) Sulfonamides
• D) Quinolones

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