The nurse suspects that a patient receiving dronabinol (Marinol) to treat nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy is experiencing adverse effects of the medication. What did the nurse assess to come to this conclusion?
Select all that apply.
1. urine output 50 mL/hr
2. blood pressure 88/62 mmHg
3. complaints of extreme hunger
4. heart rate 112 beats per minute
5. oxygen saturation 96% on room air
Correct Answer: 2, 4
Hypotension and tachycardia are possible side effects of dronabinol (Marinol). A urine output of 50 mL/hr is normal. Extreme hunger and oxygen saturation of 96% on room air are not adverse effects of dronabinol (Marinol).
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