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09madisonrousseau09

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Which antibiotic would the nurse expect to administer to a patient with methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus?
 
  1. Nafcillin
  2. Oxacillin
  3. Methicillin
  4. Vancomycin

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For oral administration, amoxicillin is preferred over ampicillin because it:
 
  1. is available in more dosage formulations.
  2. is less likely to cause allergic reactions.
  3. works better with aminoglycosides.
  4. is more acid resistant.


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

Correct Answer: 4

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 4


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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