Which regimen treats pelvic inflammatory disease in outpatients?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Ceftriaxone, doxycycline and metronidazole
- Step 1: The regimen covers gonococcus, chlamydia and anaerobes.
Answer
Ceftriaxone, doxycycline and metronidazole.
Why not the others: The other regimens are insufficient.
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