Identify the Statement That Accurately Explains the Symptoms That a Patient

question 14

Multiple Choice

Identify the statement that accurately explains the symptoms that a patient being administered filgrastim (Neupogen) should report to the physician.

• A) The patient should immediately report to the physician any fever, chills, GI disturbances, and muscle and bone pain.
• B) The patient should immediately report to the physician any nausea, vomiting, hair loss, and bone pain.
• C) The patient should immediately report to the physician any fever, flu-like symptoms, and fluid retention.
• D) The patient should immediately report to the physician the presence of swollen glands, sore throat, and feelings of tiredness.

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Definitions:

Glucose

A simple sugar and important energy source in living organisms, serving as a primary cellular fuel.

Active Transport Proteins

Proteins that use energy to move substances across a cell membrane against a concentration gradient, from lower to higher concentration.

Small Intestine

A part of the gastrointestinal tract between the stomach and the large intestine where most of the digestion and absorption of nutrients occurs.

Caloric Intake

The total number of calories consumed through food and drink, critical for energy balance and weight management.