An older patient is hospitalized with influenza and is prescribed amantadine (Symmetrel).What assessment finding would indicate this drug is not appropriate for the patient?
A)BUN 22 mg/dL
B)Creatinine 3.2 mg/dL
C)Sodium 132 mEq/L
D)Potassium 4.2 mEq/L

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Amantadine can cause behavioral changes,delirium,hallucinations,agitation,and seizures,mostly in patients with impaired renal function.The creatinine is high,indicating renal disease.The other lab values are normal.

An Older Patient Is Hospitalized with Influenza and Is Prescribed