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Choice B is wrong because Vancomycin is wrong because it is an antibiotic that is used to treat serious infections caused by gram-positive bacteria, such as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) . It is not effective against gram-negative bacteria, such as Escherichia coli .

Choice C is wrong because Penicillin G is wrong because it is an antibiotic that is effective against some gram-positive bacteria, such as Streptococcus and Neisseria . However, many strains of Escherichia coli are resistant to penicillin G and can produce an enzyme called beta-lactamase that breaks down the antibiotic .

Choice D is wrong because Acyclovir is wrong because it is an antiviral drug that is used to treat infections caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV) and varicella-zoster virus (VZV) . It has no activity against bacteria, such as Escherichia coli .

Choice A is wrong because fluconazole can be taken with or without food.
Food does not affect the absorption of the medicine.

Choice C is wrong because fluconazole can reduce the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives, such as birth control pills, patches, rings, or injections. Therefore, a barrier method of contraception, such as condoms or diaphragms, should be used in addition to the hormonal method while taking fluconazole and for at least 1 week after the last dose.

Choice D is wrong because a rash can be a sign of a serious allergic reaction to fluconazole.
If a rash develops, the medication should not be stopped without consulting a doctor. Other symptoms of an allergic reaction include hives, itching, swelling, difficulty breathing, or fever.

Choice A is wrong because oseltamivir can shorten the duration of symptoms by about one day if taken within 48 hours of symptom onset.

Choice C is wrong because oseltamivir works best if started within 48 hours of symptom onset, as it inhibits the viral replication and reduces the viral load.

Choice D is wrong because oseltamivir may cause nausea and vomiting as side effects in some people, especially if taken without food. These side effects are usually mild and transient and can be minimized by taking the medication with food or milk.

Choice A is wrong because checking the client’s temperature is not a priority action before giving penicillin G. Although fever is a common sign of meningitis, it does not affect the administration of penicillin

Choice B is wrong because assessing the client’s level of consciousness is not a priority action before giving penicillin G. Although altered mental status is a common sign of meningitis, it does not affect the administration of penicillin

Choice D is wrong because obtaining a blood sample for culture and sensitivity is not a priority action before giving penicillin G. Although culture and sensitivity tests are important to identify the causative organism and the appropriate antibiotic, they should not delay the initiation of empiric therapy for meningitis. Penicillin G is effective against Streptococcus pneumoniae, which is the most common cause of bacterial meningitis in adults.