A patient presents at an urgent-care center with general malaise, nasal congestion, sneezing, and a scratchy throat. The patient states, "I need an antibiotic for my cold." The nurse's best response to the patient is:
A) "I will have the physician order an antifungal medication to treat your symptoms."
B) "You will need to see your private physician since this is not an emergency."
C) "The use of antibiotics will not affect the viral symptoms you are experiencing."
D) "The physician has determined you will benefit from aspirin to reduce congestion."
Ans: C
Feedback: Antimicrobial agents (antibiotics) should not be used because they do not affect the virus or reduce the incidence of bacterial complications. An antifungal agent would not be appropriate to treat a viral infection. A viral infection is not an emergency condition. Aspirin does not reduce congestion.
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