2024 PN NCLEX Questions Nursing Practice Question
A patient has recently been prescribed Zidovudine (Retrovir). The patient has AIDS. Which of the following side effects should the patient specifically watch out for?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Zidovudine (Retrovir) is known to cause bone marrow suppression, leading to anemia, which can present as fatigue and weakness. Fever may also occur as a side effect due to the drug's impact on the immune system.
Option A mentions weakness and shortness of breath (SOB), which can relate to anemia but lacks the specificity of fever. Option C includes hypertension, which is not a common side effect of Zidovudine, making it incorrect. Option D lists fever and hypertension; while fever is relevant, hypertension is not associated with Zidovudine use. Thus, monitoring for fever and anemia is crucial for patients on this medication.