The nurse at a chemotherapy clinic is preparing to administer ...

[luvbio]

The nurse at a chemotherapy clinic is preparing to administer interferon alfa to a patient. To help minimize side effects, the nurse may
 
  a. start oxygen.
  b. lower the ambient temperature.
  c. provide antiemetics.
  d. administer acetaminophen.

Question 2

The nurse on an oncology unit is providing care to a male patient recently diagnosed with prostate cancer.
 
  He is to begin treatment with leuprolide (Lupron). The nurse would expect which of the following complications with this therapy? (Select all that apply.)
  a. Increased libido
  b. Decreased muscle mass
  c. Increased adipose mass
  d. Osteoporosis

[jjorrostieta]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Some symptoms associated with interferon alfa may be reduced with acetaminophen.
Oxygen does not minimize side effects, nor does providing antiemetics because nausea is not a side effect.
Whether the nurse would lower the temperature may depend on the patient's preference, which is not indicated.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, C
The patient's muscle mass will decrease, and adipose tissue will increase.
The patient may also experience a decreased libido and impotence.
Leuprolide does not cause either bone loss or bone gain.

[luvbio]

Excellent

[debra928]

TYSM