Which problem may occur in a client who has started aminoglycoside therapy?
Gynecomastia
Leukocytosis
Constipation
Renal damage
The Correct Answer is D
aminoglycosides are excreted in the kidney and accumulation may lead to renal tubular necrosis
A, B, C are not effects of aminoglycosides
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Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A. Methotrexate can lead to decreased DNA synthesis in the bone marrow leading to low platelets count.
B. It should be anticipated but should be addressed
C. Electric brush does not address the underlying issue
D. low platelets could lead to life-threatening bleeding and hence should be addressed immediately
Correct Answer is ["B","C","D","E"]
Explanation
Vancomycin is nephrotoxic and ototoxic and any ear fullness and rising serum creatinine levels should be reported. It also has a narrow therapeutic levels of 10-20mcg/ml and levels above that should be reported. The drug should be administered over 60 mins to prevent red man syndrome
A- Being nephrotoxic, restricting fluid intake could increase risk of renal damage
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