A client with metastatic breast cancer is put on monoclonal antibody therapy. Which of the following side effects should the nurse carefully monitor when caring for this client?
A) Constipation
B) Anaphylaxis
C) Hyperphagia
D) Hypertension
B
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The nurse should carefully monitor for anaphylaxis because clients on monoclonal antibody therapy have a high possibility of having acute anaphylactic reactions. Anaphylaxis manifests as generalized flushing, pallor, and respiratory distress. Constipation, hyperphagia, and hypertension are not side effects of monoclonal antibody therapy. Hypotension may be seen with monoclonal antibody therapy.
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