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A client is receiving levofloxacin for treatment of urinary tract infection. Which finding warrants an immediate call to the health care provider (HCP)?

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User Sofl
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Any of these warning should be informed to the healthcare provider:

Tendon rupture or inflammation -This drug increases the risk of tendon rupture and tendinitis.
Peripheral neuropathy - This drug causes damage to the nerves in superior and inferior members and can be permanent.
Central nervous system effects. This drug can cause convulsions, confusion, psychosis, and increase inter-cranial pressure, hallucinations, depression, etc.
Worsening of myasthenia gravis - Makes the muscle weaker if the patient already has myasthenia.

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