Nurse Brian is developing a plan of care for marrow suppression, the major dose-limiting adverse reaction to floxuridine (FUDR). How long after drug administration does bone marrow suppression become noticeable?
A. 24 hours
B. 2 to 4 days
C. 7 to 14 days
D. 21 to 28 days
Correct Answer: C. 7 to 14 days
Bone marrow suppression becomes noticeable 7 to 14 days after floxuridine administration. Bone marrow recovery occurs in 21 to 28 days.
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