Comprehensive Nursing Pharmacology Q 226

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The client with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma is receiving Idarubicin (Idamycin). Which of the following would indicate to the nurse that the client is experiencing an adverse effect related to the medication?

  

     A. Dysrhythmia

     B. Weight loss

     C. Nausea and vomiting

     D. Peripheral neuropathy

    

    

Correct Answer: A. Dysrhythmia

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Idarubicin (Idamycin) and Daunorubicin (Daunoxome) may cause cardiotoxicity (such as dysrhythmia, fatigue, shortness of breath), cardiomyopathy, and ECG changes.

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Option B: Weight gain, not weight loss is a side effect.

Option C: This is a usual side effect that can last for 2-3 days.

Option D: This is not a side effect related to this medication.

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