The nurse is caring for a patient who has received epoetin alfa (Epogen) 2 to 3 weeks prior to a scheduled surgery. The nurse understands that this patient will likely:
a. require an antibiotic immediately prior to surgery.
b. have difficulty with blood clotting fol-lowing surgery.
c. not require a blood transfusion during surgery.
d. develop an electrolyte imbalance during surgery.
C
Epoetin alfa (Epogen) is given to increase red blood cell production prior to surgery with the goal of having a bloodless surgery. Epoetin alfa (Epogen) will not affect the need for an antibiotic preoperatively, nor will it cause difficulty with clotting or cause an electrolyte imbalance.
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1. A. 2. B. 3. C. 4. D.
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