A Client Tells the Nurse They Do Not Understand Why

question 17

Multiple Choice

A client tells the nurse they do not understand why their prescribed antibiotic did not kill the bacteria that caused their infection. Which response should the nurse provide the client?

• A) "Some antibiotics work with your body's ability to help kill the infection."
• B) "Your healthcare provider will most likely prescribe a different type of antibiotic."
• C) "Your healthcare provider will want additional blood work to identify type of bacteria."
• D) "Your infection is not a serious one and over time your body should be able to kill the bacteria."