The mother of a child with a viral infection is demanding that you give the child an antibiotic to treat the infection. The best response to a request of this type would be to say:
1. "Please remain patient. I will ask the doctor to write you a prescription."
2. "Antibiotics would not be effective against a viral infection."
3. "I cannot suggest antibiotics unless the child's fever exceeds 102°F."
4. "A virus is caused by a microorganism and must be treated with anthelmintics."
ANS: 2
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