While the IVPB ciprofloxacin is being administered, which adverse effects might occur?
Select all that apply.
a. Hypotension
b. Headache
c. Drowsiness
d. Restlessness
e. Nausea
f. Tendon rupture
b, d, e, f
Ciprofloxacin might cause headache, restlessness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and even a rash.
Quinolones such as ciprofloxacin have also caused tendon rupture.
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