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Autoimmune Problems

The client with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome and Pneumocystis jiroveci infection has been receiving pentamidine. The client develops a temperature of 101° F (38.3° C). The nurse continues to assess the client, knowing that this sign most likely indicates which condition?

That the dose of the medication is too lowThat the client is experiencing toxic effects of the medicationThat the client has developed inadequacy of thermoregulationThat the client has developed another infection caused by leukopenic effects of the medication

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ExplanationFrequent adverse effects of this medication include leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, and anemia. The client should be monitored routinely for signs and symptoms of infection. Options 1, 2, and 3 are inaccurate interpretations.

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