A client is receiving treatment with levofloxacin (Levaquin). Which teaching topics does the nurse include in this client's care plan?
a. How to assess blood pressure
b. How to assess a radial pulse
c. How to assess a carotid pulse
d. How to assess respirations
B
The client should assess his or her own radial pulse at least twice daily because this class of drugs can induce serious cardiac dysrhythmias. Assessment of blood pressure and respirations will not allow the client to detect these cardiac side effects. The easiest place to find a pulse is at the radial site.
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