The nurse who notes muscular weakness and abdominal distention in a client receiving amphotericin B (Fungizone)concludes that the client is experiencing which of the following adverse drug effects?

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Muscular weakness and abdominal distention are signs of hypokalemia, which is a known adverse effect of amphotericin B (Fungizone). Hypercalcemia can cause bone pain, confusion, constipation, and renal stones. Leukocytosis is an increase in the number of white blood cells and may be a sign of infection or inflammation. Agranulocytosis is a severe reduction in the number of granulocytes (a type of white blood cell) and is not a common adverse effect of amphotericin B.

The Nurse Who Notes Muscular Weakness and Abdominal Distention in a Client