A 40-year-old woman is prescribed dantrolene. The nurse should monitor the client for:
a. gastrointestinal upset. c. hepatotoxicity.
b. increased risk of urinary tract infection. d. nephrotoxicity.
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: Although a possible adverse effect, this is not the best answer.
B Incorrect: UTIs are not associated with dantrolene.
C Correct: Women clients over 35 years of age are at risk for hepatotoxicity when using dantrolene.
D Incorrect: This is not associated with dantrolene.
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