Meera was diagnosed with an acute uncomplicated E. coli infection in the urinary tract. Which of the following would be considered as the preferred therapy for Meera? a. A 3-day regimen of sulfamethoxazole b. A single dose of ceftriaxone IM c. A 14-day regimen of doxycycline PO twice per day D. A 7-day regimen of doxycycline PO

Meera was diagnosed with an acute uncomplicated E. coli infection in the urinary tract. Which of the following would be considered as the preferred therapy for Meera? a. A 3-day regimen of sulfamethoxazole b. A single dose of ceftriaxone IM c. A 14-day regimen of doxycycline PO twice per day D. A 7-day regimen of doxycycline PO

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