A Nurse Is Preparing to Administer a Dose of Gentamicin

question 1

Multiple Choice

A nurse is preparing to administer a dose of gentamicin to a patient who is receiving the drug 3 times daily. The nurse will monitor ____ levels.

• A) peak
• B) peak and trough
• C) serum drug
• D) trough

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Definitions:

Galvanometer

An instrument that measures current by electromagnetic action.

Augmented

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Echocardiography

Ultrahigh-frequency sound waves directed toward the heart to evaluate function and structure of the organ.

Noninvasive Diagnostic Tool

A device or method used for medical diagnosis that does not require entering the body or breaking the skin.