Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 73%
Simulated
A nurse is planning care for a group of clients. Which of the following client's medications should be monitored by the nurse for hearing loss related to a medication interaction?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The correct answer is C: Furosemide and amikacin. Furosemide is a loop diuretic known to cause ototoxicity, including hearing loss. Amikacin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic also associated with ototoxicity. When combined, they can potentiate each other's ototoxic effects, increasing the risk of hearing loss. Monitoring for any signs of hearing impairment is crucial.
Incorrect choices:
A: Propranolol and raloxifene - These medications are not known to cause hearing loss.
B: Losartan and atorvastatin - These medications are not associated with hearing loss.
D: Digoxin and levothyroxine - These medications are not typically linked to hearing loss.
Incorrect choices:
A: Propranolol and raloxifene - These medications are not known to cause hearing loss.
B: Losartan and atorvastatin - These medications are not associated with hearing loss.
D: Digoxin and levothyroxine - These medications are not typically linked to hearing loss.