The client tells the nurse that the doctor told him his antibiotic did not kill his infection, but just slowed its growth. The client is anxious. What is the best response by the nurse to decrease the client's anxiety?

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Antibiotics that slow the growth of bacteria (bacteriostatic antibiotics) allow the body's immune system to catch up and fight off the infection. This explanation can help reduce the client's anxiety by reassuring them that their body is also working to eliminate the infection, not just relying on the antibiotic alone.

The Client Tells the Nurse That the Doctor Told Him