The nurse is caring for a patient who has been taking doxorubicin (Adriamycin). To reduce the risk of cardiotoxicity in this patient, the nurse should ensure that the patient also has an order for
a. liposomal (Doxil).
b. dexrazoxane (Zinecard).
c. dobutamine.
d. digoxin (Lanoxin).
ANS: B
Zinecard can protect the heart from doxorubicin, and the nurse should make sure the patient has an order for it.
Liposomal is simply another form of doxorubicin.
Dobutamine and digoxin are not indicated for cardiotoxicity.
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