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jhjkgdfhk

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on: Jul 23, 2018
Which of the following problems would the nurse expect to see in a patient undergoing chemotherapy? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Leukocytosis
  b. Thrombocytopenia
  c. Alopecia
  d. Urinary retention
  e. Stomatitis

Question 2

A patient has taken high-dose glucocorticoids for 2 months for severe asthma. The symptoms have resolved, and the patient is ready to stop the medication. How should the nurse instruct the patient to stop the medication?
 
  a. The dose should be tapered over the course of 7-10 days.
  b. The drug can be stopped immediately if no longer needed.
  c. The drug must be continued for life.
  d. Another glucocorticoid should be used to reduce cross-tolerance.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B, C, E
Chemotherapy can cause thrombocytopenia, alopecia, and stomatitis.
Chemotherapy does not cause leukocytosis, but it may cause leucopenia.
Chemotherapy does not cause urinary retention, but it may cause hyperuricemia.

Answer to Question 2

a


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jul 23, 2018
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