The adolescent client is receiving methotrexate chemotherapy after undergoing limb-salvage surgery for osteogenic sarcoma. The healthcare provider also prescribes leucovorin therapy. Which adolescent statement indicates correct understanding for the administration schedule for this newly prescribed drug?
1. I do not have any pain, so I will not need to take the leucovorin this time.
2. I do not have any nausea, so I .will not need the leucovorin.
3. I am glad I only need one dose of the leucovorin.
4. It is important that I receive my leucovorin on time, as it protects my body from the methotrexate.
Question 2
The child is receiving chemotherapy for acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL). Which assessment data should the nurse immediately report to the healthcare provider due to a metabolic emergency?
1. Thrombocytopenia
2. Leukocytosis
3. Oliguria
4. Edema
The nurse cares for the postop client in the postanesthesia care unit (PACU).
Side-effects of major chemotherapy agents
Cell kill and chemotherapy.
A hot stone placed under the client’s neck.
Testing patellar reflex, client in a supine position