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The nurse is caring for a client with leukemia who is receiving the drug doxorubicin (Adriamycin). Which toxic effects of this drug would be reported to the physician immediately?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Rales and distended neck veins indicate heart failure, a serious toxic effect of doxorubicin. Red urine is expected, and nausea or renal changes are less urgent.