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What is the primary concern when treating this patient?

  1. Adrenal crisis
  2. Infection due to low WBC count
  3. Hypothyroid crisis
  4. Hyperglycemia
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Correct answer: B. Infection due to low WBC count

Chemotherapy causes myelosuppression with neutropenia (and thrombocytopenia). Infection and bleeding are the two main concerns. Ideally treat when ANC 1500/µL and platelets 50,000/µL; consult oncologist for timing and prophylactic antibiotics.

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