Comprehensive Nursing Pharmacology Q 190

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A male client with breast cancer is receiving Tamoxifen (Nolvadex). The nurse specifically monitors which laboratory value?

  

     A. Activated partial thromboplastin time

     B. Triglyceride level

     C. Fasting blood sugar

     D. Serum sodium and potassium

    

    

Correct Answer: B. Triglyceride level

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Tamoxifen (Nolvadex) is an antineoplastic medication that may increase cholesterol, triglyceride, and calcium levels. Complete blood count, platelet count, serum calcium, cholesterol, and triglyceride level must be monitored periodically before the administration of this medication.

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Options A, C, & D: These are not monitored during medication therapy.

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