The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Will Begin

The nurse is caring for a patient who will begin receiving intravenous ciprofloxacin [Cipro] to treat pyelonephritis. The nurse learns that the patient has a history of myasthenia gravis. Which action by the nurse is correct?

A) Administer the ciprofloxacin and monitor the patient for signs of muscle weakness.
B) Ask the provider whether the ciprofloxacin can be given orally.
C) Request an order for concurrent administration of metronidazole [Flagyl].
D) Suggest that the provider order a different antibiotic for this patient.