Which of the following information should the nurse obtain during the preadministration assessment of a client prescribed a fluoroquinolone? Select all that apply
A) Blood glucose levels
B) Allergy history
C) Signs and symptoms of infection
D) Blood pressure
E) Temperature
Ans: B, C, D, E
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Before administering a fluoroquinolone, the nurse identifies and records the signs and symptoms of the infections, takes a thorough allergy history, takes and records vital signs, and, if ordered, obtains cultures.
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