After reviewing information about colony-stimulating factors, a group of nursing students demonstrate understanding of the information when they identify which of the following as true about filgrastim (Neupogen)? Select all that apply
A) Is a glycoprotein
B) Promotes proliferation of leukocytes
C) Stimulates differentiation of erythrocytes
D) Stimulates maturation of megakaryocytes
E) Is used to treat chemotherapy-induced neutropenia
Ans: A, B, E
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Colony-stimulating factors such as filgrastim (Neupogen) are glycoproteins used to stimulate proliferation, differentiation, and maturation of leukocytes. They are used to treat chemotherapy-induced neutropenia.
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