ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 IV Questions
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A nurse is assessing a client who is receiving clindamycin. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an adverse effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Watery diarrhea. Clindamycin is known to disrupt the normal balance of gut flora, leading to an overgrowth of Clostridium difficile bacteria, which can cause watery diarrhea. Hypertension (choice
A) is not a common adverse effect of clindamycin. Agitation (choice
B) is more commonly associated with stimulant medications. Blurred vision (choice
D) is not a typical side effect of clindamycin. In summary, watery diarrhea is the most likely adverse effect of clindamycin due to its impact on gut flora.
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