A young child is diagnosed with meningitis and is prescribed an aminoglycoside. Based on the potentially toxic effects of the medication, what is the highest priority nursing intervention?
a. Schedule hearing tests and assess of urine output.
b. Assess urine output and bone marrow function.
c. Assess renal and hepatic function.
d. Assess visual acuity and color discrimination.
Question 2
The client has been started on Garamycin. She complains to the nurse of changes in her level of hearing. What is the highest priority nursing intervention on the part of the nurse?
a. Restrict fluid intake.
b. Assess for paralytic ileus.
c. Hold the next dose of medication and notify the physician.
d. Monitor urine for sugar.
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