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imowrer

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A client is being treated with multidrug therapy for acute tuberculosis. The drug regimen includes streptomycin. What will be the highest priority nursing intervention while the client is being treated with streptomycin?
 
  a. Assess urine output and kidney function.
  b. Assess hearing acuity.
  c. Monitor hepatic function.
  d. Conduct an ECG to watch for changes.

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A client is to receive amphotericin B (Fungizone). Laboratory tests should be monitored when the client is receiving this potent antifungal drug. These tests include serum _____ levels.
 
  a. calcium
  b. potassium
  c. albumin
  d. glucose


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Streptomycin is ototoxic and warrants monitoring of hearing function.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
This medication can cause significant hypomagnesemia and hypokalemia.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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