An elderly patient in the ICU is taking erythromycin to treat a bacterial infection. The patient is diabetic and has been on bed rest for 3 days. She has hypoglycemia and nausea
After being on erythromycin for 24 hours, the patient is still showing signs of infection, including fever and delirium. What is the most likely reason for the medication not taking effect?
A) Lack of movement due to bed rest
B) Delayed stomach emptying time
C) Drug interaction between erythromycin and insulin
D) Drug resistance
B
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A) Assessment B) Nursing diagnosis C) Expected outcome D) Evaluation
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