Practice Question
The nurse is preparing a discharge teaching plan for a client who is taking ciprofloxacin hydrochloride tablets which were prescribed because of a suspected anthrax exposure. Which instructions should be included in the teaching plan? (Select all that apply.)
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Correct Answer:
Report any tendon pain or swelling to the healthcare provider immediately.
Rationale:
🔷 Tendon pain or swelling while taking ciprofloxacin can indicate tendonitis or tendon rupture, which is a serious adverse effect, especially in older adults or those on corticosteroids.
🔷 The nurse must instruct the client to report such symptoms immediately and to stop the medication if symptoms occur to prevent permanent tendon damage.
🔷 Early recognition and reporting are critical to prevent long-term musculoskeletal complications.
🔷 Ciprofloxacin causes photosensitivity, increasing the risk of sunburns and skin damage with UV exposure.
🔷 Clients should be advised to avoid direct sunlight, use protective clothing, and wear sunscreen if going outdoors.
🔷 Tanning beds should also be avoided because they can intensify the risk of severe sunburn while on fluoroquinolones.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: HESI Exam(s)
- Domain: Hesi Pharmacology
- Answer Choices: 4