Question

A nurse at an urgent care clinic is collecting a history from a female client who has a urinary tract infection. The nurse anticipates a prescription for ciprofloxacin. The nurse should identify that which of the following client statements indicates a contraindication for administering this medication?

A. "I am currently taking oral contraceptives."
B. "I have a history of allergies to penicillin."
C. "I am pregnant and in my first trimester."
D. "I often drink cranberry juice for urinary tract health."

Answer 1

The nurse should identify that the client statement indicating a contraindication for administering ciprofloxacin is "I am pregnant and in my first trimester."

Step-by-step explanation:

The nurse should identify that the client statement indicating a contraindication for administering ciprofloxacin is “I am pregnant and in my first trimester.” Ciprofloxacin is classified as a category C medication by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which means it may have potential risks to the fetus when administered to pregnant women. It is important for the nurse to be aware of this contraindication and communicate with the prescribing physician to explore other safe alternatives for treating the urinary tract infection.