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A nurse is administering penicillin to a client who has streptococcal pharyngitis. The nurse should monitor for which adverse effect of penicillin therapy?
Choice A is wrong because hypokalemia (low potassium levels in the blood) is not a common or serious side effect of penicillin therapy. Hypokalemia can cause muscle weakness, cramps, irregular heartbeat, and fatigue.
Choice B is wrong because hyperglycemia (high blood sugar levels) is not a common or serious side effect of penicillin therapy. Hyperglycemia can cause thirst, frequent urination, blurred vision, and headaches.
Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Penicillin is one of the most common causes of anaphylaxis. Symptoms of anaphylaxis include difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, throat, or tongue, hives, itching, low blood pressure, and shock.
Choice D is wrong because constipation is not a common or serious side effect of penicillin therapy. Constipation can cause abdominal pain, bloating, and difficulty passing stools.
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Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Penicillin is one of the most common causes of anaphylaxis. Symptoms of anaphylaxis include difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, throat, or tongue, hives, itching, low blood pressure, and shock.
Choice A is wrong because hypokalemia (low potassium levels in the blood) is not a common or serious side effect of penicillin therapy. Hypokalemia can cause muscle weakness, cramps, irregular heartbeat, and fatigue.
Choice B is wrong because hyperglycemia (high blood sugar levels) is not a common or serious side effect of penicillin therapy. Hyperglycemia can cause thirst, frequent urination, blurred vision, and headaches.
Choice D is wrong because constipation is not a common or serious side effect of penicillin therapy. Constipation can cause abdominal pain, bloating, and difficulty passing stools.