ATI NCLEX-RN Practice Questions Practice Question
A client admitted for treatment of bacterial pneumonia has an order for intravenous ampicillin. Which specimen should be obtained prior to administering the medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A sputum culture and sensitivity test is essential before starting antibiotics like ampicillin to identify the causative organism and ensure appropriate treatment for bacterial pneumonia.
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