NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) Practice Exam

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What is the indication for using pegylated G-CSF in chemotherapy patients?

To decrease the chance of infection during treatment
For acute treatment of neutropenia
To increase red blood cell count
To treat chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting

The correct answer is: To decrease the chance of infection during treatment

Pegylated G-CSF is specifically used in chemotherapy patients to decrease the risk of infection. This is because chemotherapy can cause a decrease in white blood cells, making the body more susceptible to infections. Options B, C, and D do not address this specific indication and are therefore incorrect.