A patient with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is about to begin chemotherapy with methotrexate (Rheumatrex). The nurse will expect to administer which medication concurrently with this drug?

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Leucovorin is used to protect normal cells when large doses of methotrexate are given. Dexamethasone, folic acid, and vitamin B₁₂ are not given concurrently with methotrexate.

A Patient with Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma Is About to Begin Chemotherapy