A local bioterrorism medical team is learning about germ warfare. The team is instructed that a fluoroquinolone may be used to prevent an outbreak of anthrax infection
What fluoroquinolone would the nurse be most likely to administer for this purpose? A) Ciprofloxacin (Cipro)
B) Gemifloxacin (Factive)
C) Norfloxacin (Noroxin)
D) Sparfloxacin (Zagam)
A
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Ciprofloxacin (Cipro) is the most widely used fluoroquinolone and is indicated for the prevention of anthrax infection. Gemifloxacin and sparfloxacin are most useful in treating acute episodes of chronic bronchitis and community-acquired pneumonia. Norfloxacin is recommended only for certain types of urinary tract infections.
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