The nurse should monitor clients receiving IV infusions of amphotericin B (Fungizone) for:

a. hypernatremia.
b. respiratory acidosis.
c. hypokalemia.
d. hypercalcemia.


ANS: C

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A Incorrect: Amphotericin B is not associated with the development of hypernatremia.
B Incorrect: Amphotericin B is not associated with the development of respiratory acidosis.
C Correct: Clients receiving amphotericin B can develop hypokalemia.
D Incorrect: Amphotericin B is not associated with the development of hypercalcemia.

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