Which of the following will influence a physician's decision to prescribe an antimicrobial?
A)patient age
B)pregnancy
C)liver function
D)alcohol use
E)All of these choices are correct.

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All of these factors can influence a physician's decision to prescribe an antimicrobial. Patient age can affect the choice of antibiotic and dosage, pregnancy can limit the options due to potential harm to the fetus, liver function affects the metabolism and clearance of antibiotics, and alcohol use can interact with antibiotics and may increase the risk of side effects. Therefore, all of these factors must be considered when making a decision to prescribe an antimicrobial.

Which of the Following Will Influence a Physician's Decision to Prescribe