A patient is being treated for a fungal infection with IV amphotericin B. In order to prevent drug discomfort, the nurse should consistently monitor the patient's levels of
A) sodium.
B) hemoglobin.
C) calcium.
D) leukocytes.
A
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It is essential to assess the sodium balance throughout the administration of amphotericin. By maintaining the serum sodium level within normal range, the patient has decreased symptoms of drug discomfort.
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