A client with pneumonia caused by aspiration after...

NUR 317 Pneumonia & TB NCLEX Practice Questions Med Surg I Test

Question Number 4

A client with pneumonia caused by aspiration after alcohol intoxication has just been admitted. The client is febrile and agitated. Which health care provider order should the nurse implement first?

A) Administer levofloxacin (Levaquin) 500 mg IV.

B) Draw aerobic and anaerobic blood cultures.

C) Give lorazepam (Ativan) as needed for agitation.

D) Refer to social worker for alcohol counseling.

✔ Correct Answer:

B) Draw aerobic and anaerobic blood cultures.

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