The nurse is providing education to a patient who is being discharged home on antibiotic therapy. Which of the following statement(s) by the patient indicates further education is needed? (Select all that apply.)
a. "I should take antibiotics every time I am sick."
b. "I should take all antibiotics as prescribed."
c. "I should save all unused antibiotics."
d. "I should stop taking antibiotics when I feel better."
ANS: A, C, D
The overuse of antibiotics and inappropriate use, such as not completing prescriptions and sharing antibiotics, has led to increased resistance. Taking antibiotics as prescribed helps to ensure the infection will be treated correctly.
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