A client is taking a medication that has the side effect of depressing the hematopoietic system. What signs of leukopenia should the nurse monitor for while the client is taking this drug?
A) Fever, sore throat, and chills
B) Nausea and vomiting
C) Diarrhea, diaphoresis, and fever
D) Intolerance to heat and rash
A
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Closely monitor clients taking medications that depress the hematopoietic system, particularly thrombocytes and leukocytes. Signs of leukopenia include fever, sore throat, and chills. Nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, diaphoresis, heat intolerance, and rash are not indicative of leukocytosis.
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