You are caring for a patient admitted with symptoms of an anorectal infection. Cultures obtained from a rectal swab indicate that the patient has a viral infection
What antibiotic will you anticipate the physician to order for this viral anorectal infection?
A) Acyclovir (Zovirax)
B) Doxyclycline (Vibramycin)
C) Penicillin (penicillin G)
D) Metronidazole (Flagyl)
Ans: A
Feedback: Acyclovir (Zovirax) is given to patients with viral infections. Doxyclycline (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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