The Laboratory Report for a Patient Taking Clozapine (Clozaril)shows a White

question 16

Multiple Choice

The laboratory report for a patient taking clozapine (Clozaril) shows a white blood cell count of 3000 mm³ and a granulocyte count of 1500 mm³.The nurse should:

• A)report the laboratory results to the health care provider.
• B)give the next dose as prescribed.
• C)administer aspirin and force fluids.
• D)repeat the laboratory tests.

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