The Nurse Prepares to Administer Vancomycin (Vancocin) to an Older

question 10

Multiple Choice

The nurse prepares to administer vancomycin (Vancocin) to an older person.Which laboratory test should the nurse review before administering this medication?

• A)Stool culture
• B)Serum potassium
• C)Creatinine clearance
• D)Alkaline phosphatase

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