A Patient Is Receiving Interferon Alpha (Roferon-A)subcutaneously

question 7

Multiple Choice

A patient is receiving interferon alpha (Roferon-A) subcutaneously.The patient experiences chills,fatigue,and malaise,and the nurse assesses a temperature of 102° F.The nurse will notify the provider of the temperature and will anticipate which order?

• A)Administer acetaminophen (Tylenol).
• B)Change to intravenous interferon alpha.
• C)Give diphenhydramine (Benadryl).
• D)Obtain a serum BUN and creatinine level.

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