A patient with histoplasmosis is being treated with itraconazole [Sporanox]. The nurse will teach this patient to report which symptoms?
a. Gynecomastia and decreased libido
b. Headache and rash
c. Nausea, vomiting, and anorexia
d. Visual disturbances
C
Itraconazole is associated with rare cases of liver failure, some of which were fatal. Patients should be instructed to reports signs of liver toxicity, including nausea, vomiting, and anorexia. Ketoconazole is associated with gynecomastia and libido changes. Headache and rash are asso-ciated with fluconazole. Visual disturbances may occur with voriconazole.
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