A client with sarcoma is receiving Bleomycin (Blenoxane). The nurse in charge of the client expects the physician to order which diagnostic procedure?
A. Pulmonary function studies (PFT’s)
B. Stress test
C. Cranial x-ray
D. Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Correct Answer: A. Pulmonary function studies (PFT’s)
Bleomycin (Blenoxane) is an antitumor antibiotic that can cause interstitial pulmonary fibrosis. Pulmonary function tests and chest x-ray are done while on this treatment.
Options B, C, & D: These are not related to the specific use of this medication.