ATI RN
RN ATI Adult Medsurg Proctored Exam 2023 With NGN Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a male client who has a new prescription for cyclosporine following a kidney transplant. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an adverse effect of this therapy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: BUN 24 mg/dL. Cyclosporine, an immunosuppressant medication, can cause nephrotoxicity as an adverse effect. An elevated BUN level indicates impaired kidney function, which can be a consequence of cyclosporine therapy. Blood glucose level (choice
B) and platelet count (choice
C) are not typically affected by cyclosporine. Hemoglobin level (choice E) is not directly related to cyclosporine therapy.
Therefore, the nurse should be vigilant for signs of nephrotoxicity by monitoring the client's BUN level.
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