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The nurse is caring for a client receiving chemotherapy. The client is prescribed filgrastim to improve the function of the immune system. Which finding does the nurse anticipate in response to the medication?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Filgrastim stimulates neutrophil production, so an increase in neutrophil count (C) is expected. It does not affect uric acid (A), hemoglobin (B), or platelets (D).