11. A patient with bacterial pneumonia is prescribed a broad-spectrum antibiotic. Technically, what is a critical principle of antibiotic stewardship that a healthcare professional should follow?
A.
Prescribe the most potent antibiotic available.
B.
Prescribe antibiotics for all respiratory infections.
C.
Use the narrowest spectrum antibiotic effective for the suspected pathogen.
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D.
Stop antibiotics as soon as symptoms improve.
📖 Additional Information
Prescribe the most potent antibiotic available.
Prescribe antibiotics for all respiratory infections.
Use the narrowest spectrum antibiotic effective for the suspected pathogen.
