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Per AHA 2021 guidelines, what is the preferred antibiotic prophylaxis alternative for penicillin-allergic patients?
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Correct answer: E. Azithromycin
Per AHA May 2021 updated guidelines, clindamycin is NO LONGER recommended due to risk of C. difficile colitis. Azithromycin (500mg single dose) is now the preferred alternative for penicillin-allergic patients requiring antibiotic prophylaxis.