Determine appropriate prophylactic antibiotic for patient

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A nurse practitioner is consulting with a surgeon to determine the appropriate prophylactic antibiotic for a patient who is scheduled to undergo surgery. Which first-generation cephalosporin, known for its superior efficacy against gram-positive bacteria, should be selected for this purpose? Cefepime (Maxipime Cefuroxime (Ceftin) Cefaclor (Ceclor) Ceftazidime (Fortaz) Cefazolin (Ancef).

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