The nurse is providing instructions to a client being discharged on ciprofloxacin (Cipro). What should be included in the teaching? (Select all that apply.)
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
1. "Drink as much coffee as you would like."
2. "Do not take with antacids."
3. "You might have some dizziness."
4. "Do not take with mineral supplements."
5. "Take the medication with non-caffeine beverages."
Correct Answer: 2, 3, 4, 5
Rationale 1: "Drink as much coffee as you would like" is incorrect because caffeine should be restricted to avoid excessive nervousness, anxiety, or tachycardia.
Rationale 2: Cipro should not be taken with antacids or mineral supplements, because drug absorption will be diminished. Some clients do report headache and dizziness.
Rationale 3: Cipro should not be taken with antacids or mineral supplements, because drug absorption will be diminished. Some clients do report headache and dizziness.
Rationale 4: Cipro should not be taken with antacids or mineral supplements, because drug absorption will be diminished. Some clients do report headache and dizziness.
Rationale 5: Taking the medication with non-caffeine beverages should be included in the discharge teaching.
Global Rationale: Cipro should not be taken with antacids or mineral supplements, because drug absorption will be diminished. Some clients do report headache and dizziness. Taking the medication with non-caffeine beverages should be included in the discharge teaching. Drink as much coffee as you would like" is incorrect because caffeine should be restricted to avoid excessive nervousness, anxiety, or tachycardia.
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