A Patient with a History of Renal Calculi Has Fever

question 3

Multiple Choice

A patient with a history of renal calculi has fever, flank pain, and bacteriuria. What action will the provider take?

• A) Prescribe antibiotic therapy after urine culture and sensitivity results are available.
• B) Order an prophylactic antibiotic for 6 weeks after the acute infection has cleared.
• C) Initiate immediate treatment with a prescription for a broad-spectrum antibiotic.
• D) Refer the patient for intravenous antibiotics and hospitalization.

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