A nurse is assessing a client who is receiving clindamycin. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an adverse effect of this medication?

Watery diarrhea

Report of blurred vision

Hypertension

Agitation

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A.   Clindamycin is associated with a common adverse effect of watery diarrhea, which may indicate Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea (CDAD) or pseudomembranous colitis.
B.   Blurred vision is not a typical adverse effect of clindamycin.

C.   Hypertension is not a typical adverse effect of clindamycin.

D. Agitation is not a typical adverse effect of clindamycin.

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Correct Answer is ["A","C","D","E"]

Explanation

A. "Consumption of a high protein meal can reduce the effectiveness of the medication."
High-protein meals can interfere with levodopa absorption in the intestine, reducing its effectiveness. Clients should consume protein in moderate amounts and distribute intake throughout the day.

B. "You may notice your urine becomes lighter in color."
Levodopa can cause urine, sweat, and saliva to become darker (brown, red, or black), not lighter. This is a harmless side effect but should be discussed with the client.

C. "You may initially notice an increase in involuntary movements."
Levodopa can cause dyskinesia (involuntary movements), especially with prolonged use or at higher doses. These movements can include facial twitching, jerking, or head bobbing.

D. "The medication can cause nausea, so take with a meal."
Levodopa can cause nausea, particularly when first starting the medication. Taking it with food can help reduce gastrointestinal discomfort, but avoiding high-protein meals is important.

E. "This medication can make you light-headed if you stand up too quickly from a seated or lying position."
Levodopa can cause orthostatic hypotension, leading to dizziness or light-headedness when changing positions. Clients should be advised to rise slowly to prevent falls.

A. Increased heart rate B. Excessive thirst C. Moist oral mucous membranes D. Decreased blood pressure

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. An increased heart rate can be a sign of dehydration and would not indicate that IV fluid replacement has been effective.
B. Excessive thirst is a symptom of dehydration and would not indicate that IV fluid replacement has been effective.
C. Moist oral mucous membranes indicate improved hydration status and are a positive response to IV fluid replacement.
D. Decreased blood pressure is a sign of dehydration and would not indicate that IV fluid replacement has been effective.

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