The parents of an infant who has been taking antibiotics for acute otitis media (AOM) ask if the entire prescription needs to be given as the child is absolutely free of any signs of infection
The nurse's response is based on the knowledge that the antibiotics: a. Can be stopped if there is no elevation of temperature
b. Should be given until the supply is gone
c. Can be stopped for a few days, but restarted if signs reappear
d. Should be taken for at least 3 days
B
The entire prescription of the antibiotics should be administered to make sure the infection is completely gone.
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