A patient will receive oral ciprofloxacin (Cipro) to treat a urinary tract infection. The nurse provides teaching for this patient. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?
a. "I may have abdominal pain and nausea, but these are usually mild."
b. "I should take this medication with food or milk to improve absorption."
c. "I should stop taking the medication immediately if I experience heel pain."
d. "I will need to use sunscreen every time I go outdoors."
ANS: B
Dairy products inhibit the absorption of ciprofloxacin, so they should be avoided. Abdominal pain and nausea and vomiting are common and usually mild. Patients should stop taking the drug if heel pain occurs until tendonitis has been ruled out. Photosensitivity can occur, so sunscreen should be used.
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