The nurse is caring for a patient with suspected kidney dysfunction.In reviewing the patient's home medication list,the nurse is most alerted to which medications? Select all that apply.

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In caring for patients with kidney disease,the nurse is most alerted to medications that can be nephrotoxic.These medications include gentamicin and high-dose or long-term use of aspirin and ibuprofen.Estrogen is used to improve the blood flow to and thickness in urethral tissues.Estrogen is not FDA approved for treatment of stress incontinence,although it may be prescribed for other reasons.The nurse should not have concern regarding the use of insulin with respect to potential for kidney dysfunction.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with Suspected Kidney