The nurse is caring for a 52-year-old patient with breast cancer who is receiving chemotherapy with doxorubicin (Adriamycin)and cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan).Which assessment finding is most important to communicate to the health care provider?

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Doxorubicin can cause cardiac toxicity.The dysrhythmia should be reported because it may indicate a need for a change in therapy.Anorexia,fatigue,and a low-normal WBC count are expected effects of chemotherapy.

The Nurse Is Caring for a 52-Year-Old Patient with Breast