The nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving furosemide (Lasix) and an aminoglycoside antibiotic. The nurse will be most concerned if the patient reports which symptom?
a. Dizziness
b. Dysuria
c. Nausea
d. Tinnitus
ANS: D
The interaction of furosemide and an aminoglycoside can produce ototoxicity in the patient. Tinnitus is a sign of ototoxicity. Dizziness can occur as a result of diuretic therapy but not necessarily as a result of this combination. Dysuria and nausea are not common signs of these drugs interacting.
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