Cultures obtained from a rectal swab indicate that a patient with symptoms of an anorectal infection has an infection caused by a virus. Which of the following antibiotics will the nurse anticipate the physician to order for this viral anorectal infection
A) Acyclovir (Zovirax)
B) Doxycycline (Vibramycin)
C) Penicillin (Penicillin G)
D) Metronidazole (Flagyl)
Ans: A
Feedback: Acyclovir (Zovirax) is given to patients with viral infections. Doxycycline (Vibramycin) and penicillin (Penicillin G) are drugs of choice for bacterial infections. Metronidazole (Flagyl) is appropriate for infections with E. histolytica and G. lamblia
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