A patient with methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is no longer responding to the medication vancomycin (Vancocin). What medication might be indicated for this patient?
A. Gentamycin
B. Tetracycline
C. Linezolid
D. Penicillin
Answer: C
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