Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 71%
Full-length
Long-term administration of gentamicin sulfate (Garamycin) to a client has been discontinued. The nurse should assess which of the following?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Gentamicin can cause ototoxicity, affecting the vestibular system, so a vestibular check in 3 to 4 weeks is necessary to assess for balance issues. The other options are not directly related to gentamicin's side effects.