ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Quiz Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who is beginning highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) for HIV which includes zidovudine (Retrovir). The nurse should include teaching regarding which black box warning associated with this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: lactic acidosis. Zidovudine (Retrovir) can cause lactic acidosis, a serious condition characterized by the buildup of lactic acid in the blood. This is a black box warning because it can be life-threatening. Lactic acidosis can present with symptoms such as rapid breathing, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and weakness. Monitoring for signs of lactic acidosis is essential when taking zidovudine.
Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because they are not black box warnings associated with zidovudine. Tendonitis rupture, nephrotoxicity, and thromboembolic events are not typically associated with zidovudine use. It is important for the nurse to focus on teaching about the specific black box warning of lactic acidosis to ensure patient safety and understanding of potential adverse effects.
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