The nurse is caring for a patient who has multiple sclerosis. The patient is experiencing an acute attack. Which drug does the nurse anticipate the provider will order?
a. Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
b. Cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan)
c. Glatiramer acetate (Copaxone)
d. Interferon-B (IFN-B)
ANS: A
ACTH is given to treat an acute attack of MS. Glatiramer acetate and interferon are used for remission-exacerbation states. Cyclophosphamide is given for chronic, progressive symptoms.
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