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Average Score: 87%
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The nurse is caring for a client taking vancomycin. The nurse anticipates drawing a peak and trough on this client. Which statement regarding peak and trough levels is correct?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Vancomycin peak levels are drawn 1 hour after infusion, and trough levels are drawn just before the next dose to monitor therapeutic levels and prevent toxicity.