Author Question: When preparing amphotericin B, the nurse understands it: a. should never be reconstituted with a ... (Read 27 times)

corkyiscool3328 · **on:** Jul 24, 2018

When preparing amphotericin B, the nurse understands it:

a. should never be reconstituted with a solution containing a bacteriostatic agent.
b. should always be reconstituted with bacteriostatic 5 dextrose in water.
c. usually has a precipitate in the solution, so this is not an abnormal finding and should be administered.
d. seldom causes phlebitis in peripheral intravenous access.

Question 2

A client with cystic fibrosis is being treated with IV ceftazidime and gentamicin. The nurse should:

a. isolate the client. c. instruct the client to avoid sunlight.
b. monitor for nephrotoxicity. d. perform a hearing test.

Madisongo23 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 24, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: Amphotericin B should not be reconstituted with saline or sterile water containing a bacteriostatic agent.
B Incorrect: Amphotericin is not reconstituted with 5 dextrose in water.
C Incorrect: Never use a solution of amphotericin that contains a precipitate.
D Incorrect: Amphotericin is caustic to peripheral veins, so they should be monitored for phlebitis.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: There is no evidence that the client requires isolation.
B Correct: The use of a cephalosporin and aminoglycoside increases the risk of nephrotoxicity.
C Incorrect: These medications do not cause photosensitivity.
D Incorrect: Gentamicin can cause ototoxicity, but this does not increase with the concurrent use of a cephalosporin.