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Mollykgkg

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A patient is receiving epoetin alfa (Epogen) for anemia. Which of the following adjunctive therapies is imperative with epoetin alfa?
 
  A) Potassium supplements
  B) Sodium restriction
  C) Iron supplement
  D) Renal dialysis

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A patient suffers from an autoimmune disorder. Which of the following represents a potential result of a viral infection in a patient with an autoimmune disorder?
 
  A) Lymphocytes recognize the host's tissue as foreign.
  B) Erythrocytes destroy the T cells in the host.
  C) The involution of the thymus gland increases infection cause.
  D) The differential decreases the sedimentation rate.


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hramirez205

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

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When administering darbepoetin and epoetin, an adequate intake of iron is required for drug effectiveness and an iron supplement is usually necessary. It is not necessary to provide the patient with potassium supplements, restrict sodium, or place the patient on renal dialysis.

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Autoimmune diseases may be caused by viral alteration of host cells so that lymphocytes recognize the host's own tissues as being foreign.


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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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