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

question 6

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 (IV) interferon alpha.
• C) Give diphenhydramine (Benadryl).
• D) Obtain a serum blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine level.

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