A doctor is asked to prescribe an antibiotic for a viral infection by a patient who insists. What is the most appropriate response?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Explain that antibiotics do not treat viruses and discuss other ways to manage symptoms
- Step 1: Stewardship and shared decision making. Step 2. Explaining and offering alternatives keeps the relationship while avoiding harm. Answer: Explain that antibiotics do not treat viruses and discuss other ways to manage symptoms. Why not the others: Prescribing, walking out or giving a 'weaker' course all fail the patient or promote resistance.
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