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CBme

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Which laboratory value in a 76-year-old woman on systemic fluconazole (Diflucan) therapy should you report immediately to the prescriber?
 
  a. Hematocrit of 38
  b. Bilirubin of 0.4 mg/dL
  c. Potassium of 2.2 mEq/L
  d. Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) of 12.2 mg/dL

Question 2

A patient is receiving IV amphotericin B (Fungizone) for a systemic fungal infection. Which assessment parameter should you perform to determine whether the patient is having an adverse reaction to the therapy?
 
  a. Measure abdominal girth for presence of ascites
  b. Assess mouth and oral cavity for candidiasis
  c. Assess infusion site for phlebitis
  d. Assess calves for pain



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C



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