Paclitaxel is derived from Taxus baccata, a type of evergree…
Paclitaxel is derived from Taxus baccata, a type of evergreen tree. In Phase 2 and Phase 3 clinical trials, patients treated with paclitaxel showed reduced time to progression and significantly longer survival time compared to standard therapy. This drug was subsequently FDA approved to treat some forms of ovarian cancer and other solid tumors. Paclitaxel for injection is available in 30 mg, 100 mg, or 300 mg multi-dose vials. These vials contain 6 mg/mL paclitaxel suspended in a mixture of polyoxyethylated castor oil and dehydrated ethanol, which is diluted with saline prior to intravenous infusion. Based on this information, the indication of this drug is: , and the formulation of this drug is: .
Read DetailsA nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing an elevat…
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing an elevated blood pressure and an increased heart rate. The client states, “Financial problems are causing issues in my marriage and I am afraid that I might get laid off from my job.” Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
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