After surgery for organ transplantation, a patient is receiving ganciclovir, evfen though he does not have a viral infection. Which statement best explains the rationale for this medication therapy?
A. Ganciclovir is used to prevent potential exposure to the HIV virus
B. This medication is given prophylactically to prevent influenza A infection.
C. Ganciclovir is given to prevent CMV infection.
D. The drug works synergistically with antibiotics to prevent superinfections.
Ans: C. Ganciclovir is given to prevent CMV infection.
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a. 5 minutes. b. 10 minutes. c. 15 minutes. d. 30 minutes.
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A. dissolves only in an alkaline environment. B. dissolves only in an acid environment. C. dissolves only in warm water. D. dissolves only in ice water.