A Prescriber Has Ordered Deferasirox [Exjade] to Treat Iron Overload

question 4

Multiple Choice

A prescriber has ordered deferasirox [Exjade] to treat iron overload associated with chronic blood transfusions. The nurse learns that the patient takes cholestyramine to reduce cholesterol. The nurse will contact the provider to request an order to:

• A) increase the cholestyramine dose.
• B) increase the deferasirox dose.
• C) monitor cholesterol levels.
• D) monitor liver function tests.

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