A client asks the nurse why the healthcare provider has prescribed darbepoetin alfa (Aranesp) instead of epoetin alpha (Epogen). Which response should the nurse provide the client?
A. "Darbepoetin alfa has less side effects."
B. "Darbepoetin alfa is more effective."
C. "Darbepoetin alfa has a longer duration of action."
D. "Darbepoetin alfa is less expensive."
Answer: C
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1. salicylates. 2. NSAIDs. 3. allopurinol. 4. colchicine.
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1. Ask the client to share the information obtained from the Internet search. 2. Document that the client has received instruction. 3. Tell the client that the Internet is a form of entertainment, not instruction. 4. Document that the client refused instruction.
The temperature of a client's bath water should be ___________
What will be an ideal response?