CE for Nurses

Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia: Nursing Notes on Asparaginase Hypersensitivity and Silent Inactivation

Based on the vital signs and reported physical exam findings, are you concerned that James is having an allergic reaction to his pegasparaginase?

a. Yes

b. No

c. I’m not sure

Based on James’ case, is there a way to help evaluate if he has a true allergy to pegasparaginase or if his reaction was infusion related?

a. Yes

b. No

c. I’m not sure

Based on the vital signs and reported physical exam findings, are you concerned that Amy has had an allergic reaction to her pegasparaginase?

a. Yes

b. No

c. I’m not sure

Based on Amy’s most recent asparaginase assay, would you want to alter any of her chemotherapy?

a. Yes

b. No

c. I’m not sure

Would you change the formulation of asparaginase that Amy is getting?

a. Yes

b. No

c. I’m not sure