Prior to administering a drug used to treat anemia, the nurse should assess a client's vital signs, ability to carry out activities of daily living, and general appearance, and for the presence of which of the following other general symptoms?
Select all that apply.
A) Fatigue
B) Pallor
C) Headache
D) Shortness of breath
E) Sore tongue
Ans: A, B, C, D, E
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Prior to administering a drug used to treat anemia, the nurse should assess a client's vital signs, client's ability to carry out activities of daily living, and client's general appearance, and for the presence of other general symptoms including fatigue, shortness of breath, sore tongue, headache, and pallor.
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