Question

a nurse in a clinic receives a phone call from a client seeking information about a new prescription for erythropoietin. which of the following information should the nurse review with the client?
a the client needs an erythrocyte sedimentation rate (esr) test weekly.
b the client should have their hemoglobin checked weekly until stable.
c oxygen saturation levels should be monitored.
d folic acid production will increase.

Explanation:

• Erythropoietin is used to treat anemia. Monitoring hemoglobin levels is crucial as erythropoietin therapy aims to increase hemoglobin. Weekly checks until stable help adjust the treatment if needed.
• ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) test (Option A) is more related to inflammation rather than directly relevant to erythropoietin - related monitoring.
• Monitoring oxygen saturation (Option C) is not the key parameter specifically for erythropoietin - related follow - up.
• Erythropoietin does not increase folic acid production (Option D). Folic acid is a separate nutrient for red blood cell production.

Answer:

B. The client should have their hemoglobin checked weekly until stable.