The nurse is administering medication in phase III trials to a client with lung cancer. Assessments made in this phase of the drug investigation involve
a. determination of the maximum tolerated dose.
b. evaluation of the drug's general effectiveness.
c. explanation of how the drug compares with standard treatments.
d. description of the type and severity of side effects.
C
Phase III trials compare the new agent with standard treatments.
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