A client with severe burning sensation on urination with blood when voiding and high fever visits a healthcare facility. The primary care provider has ordered some diagnostic tests
Based on this information, what are the purposes of the culture and sensitivity test that the nurse should include in teaching to the client? 1 . Identifies the pathogenic microorganism
2 . Determines which treatment will eliminate the microorganism
3 . Determines if oxygen will be used as part of the treatment
4 . Monitors the microorganism's response to therapy
A) 1, 2, 3
B) 1, 2, 4
C) 1, 3, 4
D) 2, 3, 4
B
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The culture and sensitivity test serves to identify the pathogenic microorganism, determine which treatment will eliminate the microorganism, and monitor the microorganism's response to therapy. Most microorganisms require oxygen for growth—a condition of living microorganisms not a purpose for a culture and sensitivity test.
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