When a patient is scheduled to receive ganciclovir, which laboratory result would cause the nurse to interrupt therapy?
1. An absolute neutrophil count of 450/mm3
2. A platelet count of 47,000
3. A total white blood cell count of 900
4. An absolute lymphocyte count of 500
Correct Answer: 1
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The Joint Commission is an independent organization that accredits and certifies healthcare organizations and programs in the United States
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
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