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karlynnae

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on: Jul 23, 2018
In general, the choice of which aminoglycoside to use for a susceptible infection is based on:
 
  a. the antibiotic approved in an institution's formulary.
  b. the cost of the agent.
  c. patterns of resistance in the institution or community.
  d. the patient's allergy profile.

Question 2

The nurse understands that vancomycin (Vancocin) generally is given intravenously. In which patient would an oral route of administration be warranted?
 
  a. Patient with a central line infection
  b. Patient with bacterial endocarditis
  c. Patient with pseudomembranous colitis
  d. Patient with viral meningitis


strudel15

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

c

Answer to Question 2

C
Oral administration of vancomycin is used only for patients with an infection of the intestine.
Oral administration is not indicated for a patient with a central line infection.
Oral administration is not indicated for a patient with bacterial endocarditis.
Oral administration is not indicated for a patient with meningitis.


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karlynnae

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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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