Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 75%
Simulated
A patient who is taking albendazole reports experiencing fatigue, nausea, and dark urine. The nurse observes a yellowing of the patientÔÇÖs skin and sclera. Which laboratory result should the nurse review?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Albendazole can cause hepatotoxicity, indicated by fatigue, nausea, dark urine, and jaundice. Reviewing liver function tests (B) assesses damage. Thyroid (A), renal (C), and metabolic panels (D) are unrelated to these symptoms.