A client arrives at the emergency department with nausea, hematemesis, fever, abdominal pain, and severe diarrhea. There is a suspicion the client has been exposed to the anthrax bacillus. What category of medications will be administered?
A) Antimicrobials
B) Narcotics
C) Antihistamines
D) Antacids
Ans: A
Anthrax is a potentially fatal bacterial infection. The recommended treatment for exposure to, as well as symptoms of, an anthrax infection is with rapid administration of antimicrobial therapy. Narcotics are administered to manage pain. Antihistamines are prescribed to manage allergy conditions. Antacids are prescribed to manage gastrointestinal disorders.
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