The nurse is preparing to start intravenous antibiotics as ordered. The nurse notes that a culture and sensitivity has been ordered. What should the nurse do prior to starting the intravenous antibiotics?
1. Assess vital signs.
2. Collect the ordered culture and sensitivity specimen.
3. Start intravenous antibiotics.
4. Obtain culture after two doses have been given.
Correct Answer: 2
The culture and sensitivity must be obtained prior to the first dose of antibiotics being administered. This is the priority. Although it is important to assess the client's vital signs, this is not the priority in this situation.
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