A client with multiple myeloma has been started on filgrastin (Neupogen) for treatment of neutropenia. The nurse identifies the drug is being effective when:
A)
the client no longer has bone pain.
B)
the hemoglobin level is within normal limits.
C)
an increase in the white blood cell count occurs.
D)
the client is no longer hypotensive.
C
Explanation:
A)
Neupogen stimulates the growth and development of WBCs. It does not affect red blood cells or hemoglobin. Bone pain is a side effect of Neupogen. It does not affect the blood pressure.
Analysis
Assessment
Physiological Integrity: Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies
B)
Neupogen stimulates the growth and development of WBCs. It does not affect red blood cells or hemoglobin. Bone pain is a side effect of Neupogen. It does not affect the blood pressure.
Analysis
Assessment
Physiological Integrity: Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies
C)
Neupogen stimulates the growth and development of WBCs. It does not affect red blood cells or hemoglobin. Bone pain is a side effect of Neupogen. It does not affect the blood pressure.
Analysis
Assessment
Physiological Integrity: Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies
D)
Neupogen stimulates the growth and development of WBCs. It does not affect red blood cells or hemoglobin. Bone pain is a side effect of Neupogen. It does not affect the blood pressure.
Analysis
Assessment
Physiological Integrity: Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies
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