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A client’s mother is upset that after 24 hours no antibiotics have been prescribed for an earache and fever. Which explanation is the best for the nurse to provide?

“Administration of antibiotics is usually delayed for 72 hours because of concerns about drug resistance”

“Antibiotics should only be used if there are signs of tinnitus”

“Administration of antibiotics is avoided because they can cause gastrointestinal distress”

“Antibiotics aren’t helpful unless your child has had a fever for 72 hours”

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