A client is receiving an alkylating agent. Which of the following would be used? Select all that apply
A) Bleomycin (Blenoxane)
B) Chlorambucil (Leukeran)
C) Vinblastine (Velban)
D) Cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan)
E) Ifosfamide (Ifex)
Ans: B, D, E
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Alkylating agents make the cell a more alkaline environment, leading to cell damage. Alkylating agents include chlorambucil (Gliadel), cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan), and ifosfamide (Ifex). Bleomycin is classified as an antineoplastic antibiotic. Vinblastine is a plant alkaloid.
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