A client who is HIV positive is taking zidovudine. Which adverse effects should the nurse closely monitor for in this client?
A) Anemia and granulocytopenia
B) Numbness in the extremities
C) Alterations in the renal function
D) Pancreatitis

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Zidovudine can cause bone marrow suppression, which may result in anemia and granulocytopenia. Numbness in the extremities is not a known adverse effect of zidovudine. Alterations in renal function and pancreatitis are not common adverse effects of zidovudine.

A Client Who Is HIV Positive Is Taking Zidovudine