Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 82%
Simulated
Which of the following complaints by a man taking gentamycin would be most indicative that he is experiencing ototoxicity?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B because complaints of being unable to hear the television are indicative of ototoxicity, a known side effect of gentamycin affecting auditory function. This occurs due to damage to the cochlear and vestibular structures in the inner ear. Changes in mental status (A) are more associated with neurotoxicity. An increase in BUN and creatinine (C) are more indicative of kidney damage. Tingling of extremities (D) is not typically associated with ototoxicity.