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What is the primary purpose of obtaining a sputum culture before initiating antibiotic therapy?
A sputum culture identifies the specific microorganism causing the infection, allowing for targeted antibiotic therapy and reducing the risk of antibiotic resis
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Question: What is the primary purpose of obtaining a sputum culture before initiating antibiotic therapy?
Answer options:
- To confirm the presence of pneumonia ✅ To determine the most effective antibiotic
- To assess the severity of the infection
- To identify secondary bacterial infections
Correct answer: To determine the most effective antibiotic
Explanation: A sputum culture identifies the specific microorganism causing the infection, allowing for targeted antibiotic therapy and reducing the risk of antibiotic resistance.
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