Comprehensive Nursing Pharmacology Q 198

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A nurse is giving instructions to a client taking ciprofloxacin (Cipro) for the treatment of gonorrhea. The nurse tells the client to?

  

     A. Report any history of tendon problems.

     B. Resume daily exercise such as biking.

     C. Take an antacid 30 minutes prior.

     D. Take it with a yogurt as part of the treatment.

    

    

Correct Answer: A. Report any history of tendon problems

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Ciprofloxacin may cause swelling or tearing of a tendon (the fiber that connects bones to muscles in the body), especially in the Achilles’ tendon of the heel. This can happen during treatment or up to several months after the client stop taking ciprofloxacin

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Option B: This medication can cause dizziness so avoid any activity that requires alertness until the client is sure to perform such activities safely.

Option C: Take ciprofloxacin at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after taking an antacid.

Option D: Eating dairy products such as yogurt will impair the effectiveness of ciprofloxacin.

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