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

question 21

Multiple Choice

The laboratory report for a patient taking clozapine (Clozaril) shows a white blood cell count of 3000 mm³.Select the nurse's best action.

• A) Report these results to the health care provider immediately.
• B) Give the next dose as prescribed.
• C) Give aspirin and force fluids.
• D) Repeat the laboratory test.

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Definitions:

Incidence

The frequency or rate at which certain events or cases occur within a specified population over a particular period of time.

Sensitization

The method wherein continuous exposure to an external factor progressively increases the intensity of a reaction.

Cellular Tolerance

A phenomenon occurring when cells decrease their responsiveness to a substance after repeated exposure.

Environmental

Relating to the natural and built surroundings in which organisms live, including all living and non-living things.