A 25-year-old healthy adult is diagnosed with atypical pneumonia by the NP. The patient reports a history of nausea, upset stomach, and vomiting with erythromycin. The patient is complaining of a sore throat. The vital signs are temperature of 99°F, pulse of 80/minute, and respiratory rate of 12 breaths/minute. What is the most appropriate treatment plan for this patient?
A) Initiate a prescription of azithromycin (Z-Pack) PO × 5 days.
B) Initiate a prescription of trimethoprim-sulfamethazole (Bactrim) 1 tab PO
BID × 10 days.
C) Order a chest x-ray with the anterior-posterior and lateral views.
D) Order a sputum for culture and sensitivity.
Answer: A) Initiate a prescription of azithromycin (Z-Pack) PO × 5 days.
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