A nurse is reviewing information about cidofovir in preparation for administration. The nurse understands that which of the following are true? Select all that apply
A) It should not be given to clients who have renal impairment.
B) The drug should not be given to clients receiving aminoglycosides.
C) Cidofovir is used in the treatment of cytomegalovirus retinitis.
D) It is administered by placing one drop in both eyes twice daily.
E) The drug should not be given with HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors.
Ans: A, B, C
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Cidofovir should not be given to clients who have renal impairment or who are receiving other nephrotoxic drugs, such as aminoglycosides. The drug is used to treat cytomegalovirus retinitis and is administered IV.
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