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A Previously Healthy Patient Develops Influenza Which Is Confirmed by RT-PCR

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A previously healthy patient develops influenza which is confirmed by RT-PCR testing and begins taking an antiviral medication. The next day, the patient reports increased fever and cough without respiratory distress. The patient's lungs are clear and oxygen saturations are 97% on room air. What will the provider recommend?


A) Admission to the hospital for treatment of complications
B) Empirical antibiotics to treat a possible secondary infection
C) Referral to a specialist for evaluation and treatment
D) Symptomatic treatment with close follow-up in clinic

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