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When developing a protocol for treatment of inhalation anthrax in the event of widespread public exposure, what information should be included?

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Ciprofloxacin should be administered for asymptomatic clients who were directly exposed to anthrax.

Rationale:

💊 Ciprofloxacin, a fluoroquinolone antibiotic, is a first-line prophylactic treatment for individuals exposed to inhalation anthrax, even if they are not yet symptomatic.

💊 Inhalation anthrax has a high fatality rate if untreated, so post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) is critical to preventing the spores from germinating and releasing toxins.

💊 The CDC recommends 60 days of antibiotic treatment (ciprofloxacin or doxycycline) following exposure, due to the potential for delayed spore activation.

💊 Prompt initiation of ciprofloxacin in asymptomatic exposed individuals significantly reduces mortality and is a key component in public health disaster response protocols for biological threats.

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  • Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
  • Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
  • Domain: RN ATI Community Health
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