A patient's nasopharyngeal culture results are positive for B. pertussis. What actions should the nurse take for this patient?
A) restrict fluids
B) monitor intake and output
C) place in respiratory isolation
D) administer erythromycin as prescribed
E) report the test results to the local health department
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