A nurse is preparing to administer ciprofloxacin to a client. The nurse should identify that the medication is treatment for exposure to which of the following agents?

In this scenario, the client is most likely experiencing iron deficiency anemia, based on the diagnostic results that show low hemoglobin (10 mg/dL), low hematocrit (31%), and low serum ferritin (9 mcg/L), which are below the normal ranges for a pregnant individual.

The correct answers are:

Potential Condition:

• a. Iron deficiency anemia

Actions to Take:

• a. Administer iron supplements (to address the anemia and increase iron levels)
• b. Teach the client about a diet rich in iron (to support iron supplementation and improve dietary intake of iron)

Parameters to Monitor:

• a. Hemoglobin levels (to assess improvements in oxygen-carrying capacity and monitor for anemia)
• b. Hematocrit levels (to monitor the volume of red blood cells and further assess anemia)

By addressing the low iron levels, administering supplements, and providing dietary guidance, the nurse can help correct the anemia. Monitoring hemoglobin and hematocrit will help track the client’s progress in overcoming the condition.

Choice A reason:

Reduced chest width: Aging does not typically result in a reduced chest width. Instead, changes in posture and the curvature of the spine can make the chest appear less prominent. The primary musculoskeletal changes with aging involve bone density, muscle mass, and joint flexibility

Choice B reason:

Increased force of isometric contraction: This is incorrect. Aging is associated with a decrease in muscle strength and mass, not an increase. The force of muscle contractions generally diminishes with age due to the loss of muscle fibers and changes in muscle composition.

Choice C reason:

Decreased muscle mass: This is correct. One of the most significant age-related musculoskeletal changes is sarcopenia, which is the loss of muscle mass and strength. This process begins around the age of 30 and accelerates with age, leading to decreased physical strength and increased risk of falls and fractures.

Choice D reason:

Thickened vertebral discs: Aging typically leads to the thinning and dehydration of intervertebral discs, not thickening. This can result in a reduction in height and increased susceptibility to spinal issues such as herniated discs and spinal stenosis.