A Patient Who Is to Receive Combination Chemotherapy Today Has

question 6

Multiple Choice

A patient who is to receive combination chemotherapy today has an absolute neutrophil count (ANC) of 6200 cells/mm³.What is the certified chemotherapy nurse's best action?

• A) Administer the chemotherapy as prescribed.
• B) Assess the patient for signs and symptoms of infection.
• C) Hold the chemotherapy doses and notify the prescriber.
• D) Explain to the patient that the treatment must be delayed until the ANC is acceptable.

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