Which of the following cytoprotective agents can be given along with antineoplastic drugs to help prevent or lessen certain adverse effects? Select all that apply.
A) Allopurinol (Zyloprim)
B) Amifostine (Ethyol)
C) Leucovorin (Wellcovorin)
D) Mesna (Mesnex)
E) Dexrazoxane (Zinecard)
Question 2
A client is to start chemotherapy. The client is worried about going bald in the course of the treatment. How can the nurse assist the client in being comfortable with her body image?
A) Forewarn about hair loss as permanent
B) Explain it is not life-threatening
C) Suggest the use of a wig or cap
D) Explain that hair preserves body heat
Question 3
When describing humoral immunity to a group of nursing students, which of the following would the instructor most likely include? Select all that apply.
A) B lymphocytes are involved.
B) An antigen-antibody response occurs.
C) An immunity that is independent of cell-mediated immunity occurs.
D) T lymphocytes are activated.
E) The immunity protects the body against bacterial, viral, and fungal infections.