A liver transplant client on cyclosporine reports new excessive hair growth, gum overgrowth, and tremor. Which…

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A liver transplant client on cyclosporine reports new excessive hair growth, gum overgrowth, and tremor. Which is the nurse's most appropriate response?

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Option 4: Reassure that these are recognized cyclosporine side effects — emphasize meticulous oral hygiene, monitor BP and renal function, and discuss potential switch to tacrolimus if intolerable

Correct (2): Cyclosporine classic effects: hirsutism, gingival hyperplasia, tremor, hypertension, nephrotoxicity. Oral hygiene with regular dental cleanings reduces gum overgrowth. Switching to tacrolimus (no hirsutism/gum issues) is common if cosmetic effects are intolerable. (1,3,4) Wrong.

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Option 1: Discontinue all immunosuppression today

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Option 2: These symptoms always require dialysis

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Option 3: These symptoms indicate immediate rejection

A liver transplant client on cyclosporine reports new excessive hair growth, gum overgrowth, and tremor. Which is the nurse's most appropriate response?

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A liver transplant client on cyclosporine reports new excessive hair growth, gum overgrowth, and tremor. Which is the nurse's most appropriate response?

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