The patient has been prescribed IV gentamicin for treatment of an aerobic gram-negative wound infection.Which nursing intervention is indicated?
A)Draw peak and trough concentrations as indicated.
B)Give the medication over a 2-hour period.
C)Hold the medication if the patient experiences nausea.
D)Monitor for increase in creatinine clearance.

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Drawing peak and trough levels is necessary for monitoring the drug's therapeutic effectiveness and preventing toxicity.

The Patient Has Been Prescribed IV Gentamicin for Treatment of an Aerobic