A client receiving intravenous antibiotics for 3 days as treatment for cellulitis is being prepared for discharge. Which discharge order should the nurse anticipate for this client?
A) Low-sodium diet prescribed
B) Home healthcare aide for the client
C) Oral antibiotics to be continued at home
D) Orders for evaluation by physical therapy
Answer: C
Antibiotics should be taken for 10 days; therefore, the nurse anticipates oral antibiotics to be continues at home. A low-sodium diet is not indicated for cellulitis. The client may or may not need a home health aide. There is no evidence to suggest the client needs home physical therapy.
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