Summarize the Special Instructions Associated with Erythropoietin Use

question 10

Multiple Choice

Summarize the special instructions associated with erythropoietin use.

• A) Preparations of erythropoietin cannot be frozen or vigorously shaken because the mechanical action will break (denature) the glycoprotein.
• B) Erythropoietin should not be added to any other drug solution.
• C) Benzyl alcohol 0.9 percent may be added to the erythropoietin to minimize the discomfort at the injection site and act as a bacteriostatic agent.
• D) All of these are correct.