NCLEX Question of the Day
Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies QID 59
A patient is prescribed an aminoglycoside antibiotic for a severe infection. The nurse knows that a significant adverse effect of aminoglycosides is nephrotoxicity. What is an important action for the nurse to take?
Explanation
Aminoglycosides can cause nephrotoxicity, and it's crucial to monitor renal function through serum creatinine and BUN levels to catch any early signs of kidney damage. While monitoring for other electrolyte imbalances is important, solely looking for hyperkalemia isn't enough. Increasing calcium intake or discontinuing the antibiotic without provider guidance are not appropriate actions.
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