A client with end-stage renal disease is scheduled to undergo a kidney transplant using a sibling donated kidney. The client asks if immunosuppressive drugs can be avoided. Which is the best response by the nurse?
A) "Even a perfect match does not guarantee organ rejection."
B) "Immunosuppressive drugs guarantee organ success."
C) "The doctor may decide to delay the use of immunosuppressant drugs."
D) "Let's wait until after the surgery to discuss your treatment plan."
A
Feedback:
Even a perfect match does not guarantee that a transplanted organ will not be rejected. Immunosuppressive drugs are used in all organ transplants to decrease incidence of organ rejection. To provide the client with the information needed to provide informed consent, the treatment plan is reviewed and discussed prior to transplant.
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