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Title: A patient who has non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is receiving combination treatment with rituximab ...
Post by: katieedid on Mar 1, 2018
A patient who has non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is receiving combination treatment with rituximab (Rituxan) and chemotherapy. Which patient assessment finding requires the most rapid action by the nurse?
 
  a. Anorexia
  b. Vomiting
  c. Oral ulcers
  d. Lip swelling

Question 2

Following successful treatment of Hodgkin's lymphoma for a 55-year-old woman, which topic will the nurse include in patient teaching?
 
  a. Potential impact of chemotherapy treatment on fertility
  b. Application of soothing lotions to treat residual pruritus
  c. Use of maintenance chemotherapy to maintain remission
  d. Need for follow-up appointments to screen for malignancy

Question 3

Which finding about a patient with polycythemia vera is most important for the nurse to report to the health care provider?
 
  a. Hematocrit 55
  b. Presence of plethora
  c. Calf swelling and pain
  d. Platelet count 450,000/L


Title: A patient who has non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is receiving combination treatment with rituximab ...
Post by: itsmatt on Mar 1, 2018
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Title: A patient who has non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is receiving combination treatment with rituximab ...
Post by: katieedid on Mar 1, 2018
Thank you for taking the time to explain this, just got my quiz back: Perfect