The nurse uses topical gentamicin sulfate (Garamycin)on a client's burn injury.Which laboratory value does the nurse monitor?

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Gentamicin is nephrotoxic,and sufficient amounts can be absorbed through burn wounds to affect kidney function.Any client receiving gentamicin by any route should have kidney function monitored.Topical gentamicin will not affect the red blood cell count or the sodium or magnesium level.

The Nurse Uses Topical Gentamicin Sulfate (Garamycin)on a Client's Burn