Initial broad-spectrum treatment of suspected or confirmed bacterial early onset sepsis should include an aminoglycoside such as gentamicin and what other antibiotics for synergy?
a. ampicillin
b. cefotaxime
c. vacomycin
Answer: a. ampicillin
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