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A 12-year-old boy with a history of cystic fibrosis develops dyspnea, cough and fever. His temperature is 103.1 F, his pulse is 120/min and his oxygen saturation is 85%. Lung examination reveals bilateral rhonchi.
What is the appropriate antibiotic treatment?
A-Ampicillin
B-Ampicillin and gentamicin
C-Ceftazidime
D-Ceftazidime and gentamicin
E-Vancomycin
A 12-year-old boy with a history of cystic fibrosis develops dyspnea, cough and fever. His temperature is 103.1 F, his pulse is 120/min and his oxygen saturation is 85%. Lung examination reveals bilateral rhonchi.
What is the appropriate antibiotic treatment?
A-Ampicillin
B-Ampicillin and gentamicin
C-Ceftazidime
D-Ceftazidime and gentamicin
E-Vancomycin
