A child has cancer, and has been treated with chemotherapy. The latest lab value indicates that the white blood cell count is very low. The nurse would expect to administer:
1. Filgrastim (Neupogen).
2. Ondansetron (Zofran).
3. Oprelvekin (Neumega).
4. Epoetin alfa (Epogen).
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Rationale:
1. Filgrastim (Neupogen) increases production of neutrophils by the bone marrow.
2. Ondansetron (Zofran) is an antiemetic.
3. Oprelvekin (Neumega) increases platelets.
4. Epoetin alfa (human recombinant erythropoietin) stimulates red blood cell (RBC) production.
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