The nurse is preparing medication instruction for a child who has undergone a kidney transplant and is prescribed cyclosporine. The parents ask the nurse about the reason for the cyclosporine. Which rationale for this medication should the nurse include in the response?
1. Suppress rejection
2. Decrease pain
3. Improve circulation
4. Boost immunity
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Explanation:
1. Cyclosporine is given to suppress rejection.
2. Cyclosporine does not decrease pain.
3. Cyclosporine does not affect circulation.
4. Cyclosporine does not boost immunity.
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