RN Exam Practice
Reduction of Risk PotentialQuestion 478 of 2368

A nurse prepares an IV infusion of amphotericin B. Which action reduces the risk of nephrotoxicity?

  1. Hydrate the client before the infusion
  2. Restrict fluids before the infusion
  3. Give the dose as a rapid IV push
  4. Check the client's hearing before the infusion
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Correct answer: Hydrate the client before the infusion

Hydration before the infusion reduces kidney injury. Amphotericin B is infused slowly.

Source: Nursing Pharmacology, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Antimicrobials: ANTIFUNGALS. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

Practice the topic "Reduction of Risk Potential"

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026