A client who underwent organ transplantation has been started on drug therapy with tacrolimus (Prograf).The nurse assesses this client for which of the following adverse changes in laboratory test results?

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Tacrolimus can cause hyperglycemia as a side effect, so the nurse should assess the client for elevated blood glucose levels. Hypokalemia, hypermagnesemia, and hypouricemia are not typically associated with tacrolimus therapy.

A Client Who Underwent Organ Transplantation Has Been Started on Drug