The nurse recognizes which of the following drugs is used as an immunosuppressant agent in small doses and as an antineoplastic agent in large doses?
a. methotrexate c. cyclosporine
b. emtricitabine d. gamma globulin
ANS: A
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A Correct: Methotrexate and cyclophosphamide are used as immunosuppressant agents in small doses and as antineoplastic agents in large doses.
B Incorrect: This is an antiviral agent used to treat clients with HIV.
C Incorrect: This is an immunosuppressant, but not an antineoplastic.
D Incorrect: This provides passive immunity.
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