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A patient is started on chemotherapy. The chemotherapy regimen includes three agents. What is the rationale for using three different antineoplastic agents?
 
  A) The use of three agents decreases the development of cell resistance.
  B) The use of three agents increases the length of treatment.
  C) The use of three agents increases the quantity of one of the agents.
  D) The use of three agents decreases the adverse effects.

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A patient is ordered to receive cyclosporine intravenously. The medication is prepared with castor oil. Which adverse effect should the nurse be aware of when administering this medication?
 
  A) Rash
  B) Anaphylaxis
  C) Hypertension
  D) Bradycardia


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

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Answer to Question 2

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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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