You suspect your 5-year-old patient has a urinary tract infection caused by multidrug-resistant E. coli. Which of the following antibiotics is MOST appropriate to treat this infection?
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✓ Correct answer: B. Ciprofloxacin (Cipro)Ciprofloxacin is often used to treat urinary tract infections caused by multidrug-resistant bacteria, particularly when they are resistant to other first-line treatments such as ampicillin and nitrofurantoin. While nitrofurantoin is a common choice for uncomplicated UTIs, it might not be effective against resistant strains in severe cases. Ampicillin and amoxicillin have limited effectiveness against resistant E. coli due to widespread resistance.
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