The nurse is evaluating the laboratory results of a client who is receiving filgrastim (Neupogen). The nurse would be concerned if this client's leukocyte count exceeds _______ cells/mm3
Standard Text: Record answer as a whole number.
Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.
Correct Answer: 100,000
Rationale: If the leukocyte count exceeds 100,000 cells/mm3, the risk of serious adverse effects such as respiratory failure, intracranial hemorrhage or infarction, retinal hemorrhage, and myocardial infarction increases.
Global Rationale: If the leukocyte count exceeds 100,000 cells/mm3, the risk of serious adverse effects such as respiratory failure, intracranial hemorrhage or infarction, retinal hemorrhage, and myocardial infarction increases.
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