When teaching a client taking ciprofloxacin (Cipro), the nurse should instruct the client to avoid:
a. taking the medication with meals.
b. antacids four hours before and two hours after oral dosing.
c. direct sunlight.
d. taking medication with vitamins without iron.
ANS: B
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A Incorrect: Taking Cipro with meals will decrease the N/V (nausea and vomiting) associated with this drug.
B Correct: Antacids interfere with the absorption of ciprofloxacin.
C Incorrect: Ciprofloxacin is not associated with photosensitivity.
D Incorrect: Cipro should not be taken with iron.
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