You are an oncology nurse caring for a client who is taking antineoplastic agents. What adverse symptoms must you monitor for in this client?
A) Symptoms of gout
B) Symptoms of hypertension
C) Symptoms of diarrhea
D) Symptoms of anemia
A
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The nurse monitors the client being administered an antineoplastic agent for symptoms of gout because they increase uric acid levels, joint pain, and edema. Administering antineoplastic agents does not cause hypertension, diarrhea, and anemia.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).