NCLEX^® QUESTION OF THE WEEK

Question of the Week – May 24, 2023

May 24, 2023

The nurse is assisting in the care of a client diagnosed with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) who is receiving amphotericin B for a fungal respiratory infection. Which would indicate an adverse effect of the medication?

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Correct! The answer is number 1

Rationale:

Answer: 1

Rationale: Clients receiving amphotericin B may develop hypokalemia, which can be severe and lead to extreme muscle weakness and electrocardiogram changes. Distal renal tubular acidosis commonly occurs, and this contributes to the development of hypokalemia. High potassium levels do not occur. The medication does not cause sodium, chloride, or calcium levels to fluctuate.

Level of Cognitive Ability: Evaluating

Client Needs: Physiological Integrity

Integrated Process: Nursing Process/Evaluation

Content Area: Pharmacology: Immune: Antifungals

Health Problem: Adult Health: Immune: Immunodeficiency Syndrome

Practice Question Sourced From: Evolve Resources for Saunders Q & A Review for the NCLEX-PN® Examination, 5th Edition