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    ATI Pharmacology Proctored Exam 1 II

    A nurse is reviewing the laboratory findings for a female client who is taking zidovudine to treat HIV.Which of the following should the nurse identify as an adverse finding associated with this medication?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A rationaleA neutrophil count of 650/mm is significantly lower than the normal range (2,500 to 8,000/mm), indicating neutropenia, a known adverse effect of zidovudine, which increases the risk of infections.Choice B rationalePlatelet count of 450,000/mm is slightly above the normal range (150,000 to 400,000/mm) but is not directly associated with zidovudine adverse effects, often linked to other conditions.Choice C rationaleHemoglobin level of 17 g/dL is above the normal range for females (12 to 16 g/dL) and is not associated with zidovudine adverse effects, usually linked to anemia rather than polycythemia.Choice D rationaleCreatinine level of 1.5 mg/dL is above the normal range (0.5 to 1 mg/dL), indicating possible renal impairment, but not a specific adverse effect of zidovudine, which primarily affects hematologic parameters. .

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