Problem 4: Fever after Chemotherapy

Question 1

Explain what are the metoclopramide and dexamethasone used for?

Answer 1

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Question 2

Explain why the metoclopramide limited to a maximum of 5 day duration and are there any exceptions?

Answer 2

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Question 3

Explain why does the pharmacist refuse to supply the paracetamol?

Answer 3

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Question 4

What is the likely cause of Sidney’s fever?

Answer 4

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Question 5

Discuss which other signs and symptoms related to his diagnosis or treatment would prompt Sidney’s admission to hospital?

Answer 5

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