Cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan) has been prescribed orally for a client. What is the rationale for why this medication has been prescribed orally for this client?
1. There are few side effects when given orally.
2. It is only available parenterally.
3. It is one of only a few anticancer drugs that are well absorbed when given orally.
4. The client has a new diagnosis of cancer.
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Rationale 1: There are many side effects from this treatment.
Rationale 2: Cyclophosphamide can be given PO and IV but the drug is well absorbed when given orally.
Rationale 3: Cyclophosphamide is one of only a few anticancer drugs that are well absorbed when given orally.
Rationale 4: Cyclophosphamide is well absorbed when given orally.
Global Rationale: Cyclophosphamide is one of only a few anticancer drugs that are well absorbed when given orally. There are many side effects from this treatment. Cyclophosphamide can be given PO and IV.
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