A patient is taking an IV aminoglycoside, gentamicin, to treat a severe infection. His urine is dark, his urinary output has diminished, he is having a hard time hearing you, and he is scratching his arm. Which side effects can be attributed to taking gentamicin?
A. Ototoxicity
B. Cardiotoxicity
C. Neurotoxicity
D. Nephrotoxicity
Ans:
A. Ototoxicity
D. Nephrotoxicity
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