Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 62%
Simulated
A nurse is providing teaching for a client who has a prescription for gentamicin. Which of the following should the nurse include as an adverse effect of this medication?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The correct answer is D: Tinnitus. Gentamicin is known to cause ototoxicity, including tinnitus, which is a ringing or buzzing sound in the ears. This adverse effect is important for the nurse to include in teaching to monitor for hearing changes. Urinary frequency (A), constipation (B), and hypertension (C) are not commonly associated with gentamicin use, so they are incorrect choices.