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DelorasTo

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on: Jul 23, 2018
The nurse is preparing to administer intravenous temsirolimus (Torisel). To prevent a common adverse drug effect, the nurse will expect to administer which type of drug?
 
  a. An antibiotic
  b. An anticoagulant
  c. An antiemetic
  d. An antihistamine

Question 2

A patient who is taking the tyrosine kinase inhibitor sunitinib (Sutent) calls to report red, painful, and swollen palms and soles of feet. The nurse will perform which action?
 
  a. Notify the patient's provider of this adverse reaction.
  b. Reassure the patient that these are common side effects.
  c. Recommend taking acetaminophen for discomfort.
  d. Suggest taking diphenhydramine to help with the swelling.


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Toya9913

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

ANS: D
Hypersensitivity reactions to temsirolimus are common, and pretreatment with antihistamines is recommended. Other drugs are given as needed but not prophylactically.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The nurse should notify the provider if the patient reports these symptoms, since they may indicate erythrodysesthesia. Reassuring the patient or recommending OTC treatments is not indicated.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Both answers were spot on, thank you once again


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Reply #3 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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