Free NCLEX RN Exam Practice Question
A client with leukemia who has been receiving Trimetrexate (methotrexate) has an order for Wellcovorin (leucovorin). The rationale for administering Wellcovorin is to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Leucovorin (Wellcovorin) is a rescue therapy given after methotrexate to reverse its toxicity and protect healthy cells from damage particularly in bone marrow and mucosal tissues. It does not treat anemia enhance synergy or increase neutrophils.
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