A Client with Chronic and Progressive Multiple Sclerosis Is Ordered

question 16

Multiple Choice

A client with chronic and progressive multiple sclerosis is ordered to receive cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan) to decrease symptoms. Based on this class of drug, which nursing diagnosis is a priority during this treatment?

• A) Risk for injury owing to seizure activity
• B) Risk for infection owing to immunosuppression
• C) Risk for constipation owing to neurotoxicity
• D) Risk for deficient fluid volume owing to diuresis

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Definitions:

Independent Internal Verification

A process within a company to check the accuracy and completeness of transactions by having them reviewed by a third party or separate department.

Segregation

In business or accounting, this often refers to the separation of duties or resources to prevent errors or fraud; in broader societal terms, it can mean the division of groups based on characteristics.

Reconciliation

The process of ensuring that two sets of records (usually the balances of two accounts) are in agreement.

Ordering Merchandise

The process of acquiring goods or inventory for sale or business use through purchase or request.