The nurse provides care to a patient who is admitted to confirm a suspected diagnosis of myasthenia gravis (MG). Which medication prescription does the nurse question for this patient?

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Erythromycin, an antibiotic, can exacerbate the symptoms of myasthenia gravis (MG) by potentially increasing muscle weakness. Therefore, its use in patients with MG should be questioned or used with caution.

The Nurse Provides Care to a Patient Who Is Admitted