The client has been prescribed cefotaxime (Claforan). Which infections does the nurse anticipate this client to have? (Select all that apply.)
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
1. Skin infection
2. Central nervous system infection
3. Joint infection
4. Lower respiratory tract infection
5. Viral infection
Correct Answer: 2, 3, 4
Rationale 1: Claforan is used to treat serious infections of the lower respiratory tract, CNS, genitourinary system, bones, and joints. It may also be used for blood infections such as bacteremia or septicemia.
Rationale 2: Claforan is used to treat serious infections of the lower respiratory tract, CNS, genitourinary system, bones, and joints. It may also be used for blood infections such as bacteremia or septicemia.
Rationale 3: Claforan is used to treat serious infections of the lower respiratory tract, CNS, genitourinary system, bones, and joints. It may also be used for blood infections such as bacteremia or septicemia.
Rationale 4: Claforan is used to treat serious infections of the lower respiratory tract, CNS, genitourinary system, bones, and joints. It may also be used for blood infections such as bacteremia or septicemia.
Rationale 5: Claforan is prescribed to treat bacterial infections, not viral infections.
Global Rationale: Claforan is prescribed for serious infections of the lower respiratory tract, CNS, genitourinary system, bones, and joints. It may also be used for blood infections such as bacteremia or septicemia. The medication is not used for skin infections or viral infections.
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