A patient is diagnosed with osteomyelitis of the right lower leg.What should the nurse expect to be prescribed for this patient's care?

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Long-term antibiotic therapy (4-6 weeks)is the treatment of choice for patients with osteomyelitis.A.Anticoagulant therapy is prescribed for a thromboembolism.B.Casting is indicated for a fracture.C.Fasciotomy may be indicated to treat compartment syndrome.

A Patient Is Diagnosed with Osteomyelitis of the Right Lower