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A client with a retroperitoneal abscess is receiving gentamicin. Which signs should the nurse monitor? select all that apply

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A huge complication of gentamicin is ototoxicity so ALWAYS keep that in mind first, second keep a super close eye on their BUN, creatine levels to monitor kidney function, third keep a close eye on VS (HR, BP, RR, Temp, etc) as well as signs of rash, tinnitus, & neurological function changes before, & during therapy!

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