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A Client Will Be Taking Interferon Alfa-2b (Intron A) as Treatment

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A client will be taking interferon alfa-2b (Intron A) as treatment for hairy cell leukemia. Which common adverse effects does the nurse advise the client on? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
Standard Text: Select all that apply.


Definitions:

Accidents

Unplanned events that result in injury, damage, or some form of harm, often attributable to lack of caution or foresight.

Anorexia Nervosa

A psychological and potentially life-threatening eating disorder characterized by an extremely low body weight, an intense fear of gaining weight, and a distorted body image.

Gaunt

A description of a person or physical appearance that suggests extreme thinness, often due to illness, malnutrition, or aging.

Silent Killer

A disease or condition that progresses quietly and often undetected until it causes serious health problems or death.

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