Question

a client with rheumatoid arthritis is receiving a prescription for minocycline. which side effect is most important for the nurse to instruct the client to report?
loss of balance and dizziness.
nausea and vomiting.
headache and mouth sores.
abdominal pain and diarrhea.

Explanation:

Minocycline, a tetracycline antibiotic, has a notable side effect of vestibular toxicity which causes loss of balance and dizziness. While nausea/vomiting, headache/mouth sores, and abdominal pain/diarrhea can occur, loss of balance and dizziness (vestibular reactions) are more significant to report as they can impact safety and may require dosage adjustment or discontinuation.

Answer:

A. Loss of balance and dizziness.