A Client Has Been Treated with an Erythropoiesis-Stimulating Factor

question 21

Multiple Choice

A client has been treated with an erythropoiesis-stimulating factor.Which client assessment would the nurse interpret as indicating the goal of this treatment has been reached? Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

• A)The client's hemoglobin values have risen.
• B)The client reports less shortness of breath on exertion.
• C)The client has not had an episode of epistaxis in over three weeks.
• D)The client reports enjoying a walk with family for the first time in months.
• E)The client has not had a fever since treatment began.

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