The nurse is reviewing the results of a client's diagnostic test indicating a positive strep culture. Which prescription medication does the nurse anticipate?
A) Prednisone
B) Amoxicillin
C) Acetaminophen
D) Xanax
B
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The prescription medication anticipated as it is the drug of choice is a penicillin drug such as amoxicillin. Prednisone is a corticosteroid and not typically prescribed. Acetaminophen is used for pain relief but not a prescription medication. Xanax is an antianxiety medication and not typically prescribed for a positive strep culture.
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