A Patient with Infective Endocarditis Is Being Started on Intravenous

question 27

Multiple Choice

A patient with infective endocarditis is being started on intravenous antibiotics. What should the nurse include when teaching about this medication?

• A)"The medication may be changed every few days."
• B)"The typical course of this medication is 7 to 10 days."
• C)"Expect to continue this medication for 4 to 6 weeks at home."
• D)"Because this infection is resilient, you might be taking antibiotics for life."

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