A client is being treated with dornase alfa (Pulmozyme).The nurse anticipates that the client is most likely to experience which cluster of adverse effects?

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Dornase alfa is an inhaled medication used to treat cystic fibrosis. The most common adverse effects of dornase alfa are respiratory in nature, including sore throat, hoarseness, and conjunctivitis. Headache, nasal stuffiness, and earaches are not typically associated with dornase alfa use. Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, epigastric pain, belching, and flatulence are also not commonly reported adverse effects of the medication.

A Client Is Being Treated with Dornase Alfa (Pulmozyme)