The nurse is caring for a patient admitted from an extended care facility who has developed a moist, productive cough. A chest x ray was ordered and new orders for Zyvox (linezolid) 600 mg IV every 12 hr has been received. Which of the following orders should the nurse also complete prior to providing the first dose of medication?
A) Daily weight
B) Sputum culture and sensitivity
C) Complete blood count (CBC)
D) Chemistry profile

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A sputum culture and sensitivity should be obtained prior to initiating antibiotic therapy to identify the specific organism causing the infection and to ensure the most appropriate antibiotic is used. Daily weight, CBC, and chemistry profile may be ordered for other purposes but are not directly related to the initiation of antibiotic therapy for a respiratory infection.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Admitted from an Extended