ATI GAMES AND ACTIVITIES EXAMINATION 2024
C. monitor the serum medication levels Rationale: A disadvantage of gentamicin, an aminogycoside, is the association with nephrotoxicity and ototoxicity, both of which are a result of elevated trough levels. A nurse is caring for a client who has bacterial infection and is receiving gentamicin. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to minimize the risk of an adverse effect of the medication? A. Limit the clients fluid intake B. Instruct the client to report agitation C. Monitor the serum medications D. Administer the medicine with food.
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