What Is the Purpose of Administering Filgrastim (Neupogen)to a Patient

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Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of administering filgrastim (Neupogen) to a patient who is post-bowel resection resulting from cancer?

• A) Decrease the gastrointestinal (GI)toxicity resulting from chemotherapeutic agents.
• B) Suppress the immune response.
• C) Work as an antiemetic and stimulate his appetite.
• D) Increase the white blood cell (WBC)counts.

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Definitions:

Motivated Forgetting

A psychological theory suggesting individuals may forget unwanted information as a mechanism to deal with emotional distress or conflict.

Mnemonics

Memory aids, especially those techniques that use vivid imagery and organizational devices to enhance the recall of information.

False Memory Syndrome

False Memory Syndrome refers to a condition in which a person's identity and relationships are affected by strongly believed but false memories of traumatic experiences.

Short-Term Memory

The part of the memory system where information is stored for a short period, typically seconds to minutes.