The nurse is aware that epoetin:
a. must be administered intravenously.
b. must be administered daily for 28 days.
c. stimulates the bone marrow to produce red blood cells (RBCs).
d. prevents infection in clients who are receiving chemotherapy.
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: It can be administered SC as well as IV.
B Incorrect: It is administered three times a week unit the RBC count reaches the prescribed goal.
C Correct: This is the action of epoetin.
D Incorrect: It stimulates RBC production, but does not prevent infection.
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