Clients taking aminoglycosides should have the functioning of the ____ tested before and during treatment
a. liver. c. ulnar nerve.
b. eighth cranial nerve. d. vision.
ANS: B
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A Incorrect: The primary adverse effect of aminoglycosides is ototoxicity.
B Correct: This is to monitor for ototoxicity.
C Incorrect: Aminoglycosides are not associated with peripheral neuropathy.
D Incorrect: Aminoglycosides are not associated with visual changes.
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