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a nurse is caring for a client who is about to begin taking isoniazid to treat tuberculosis. the nurse should instruct the client to report which of the following adverse effects of the medication? (select all that apply.)
□ jaundice
□ numbness of the hands
□ dizziness
□ hearing loss
□ oral ulcers

Explanation:

Isoniazid is an anti - tuberculosis drug. Jaundice can occur due to hepatotoxicity (liver damage) from isoniazid. Numbness of hands is related to peripheral neuropathy, a common adverse effect of isoniazid (due to vitamin B6 deficiency which it can cause). Dizziness can also be an adverse effect. Hearing loss is more associated with drugs like aminoglycosides, not isoniazid. Oral ulcers are not a typical adverse effect of isoniazid. So the correct options are jaundice, numbness of the hands, and dizziness.

Answer:

• Jaundice
• Numbness of the hands
• Dizziness