The postanesthesia care unit receives handoff communication from the CRNA indicating that the renal transplant recipient received induction therapy in the operating room with antithymocyte globulin (ATG).What is the best understanding of the administration of this drug by the nurse?

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Administration of antiproliferative agents such as antithymocyte globulin (ATG)has been shown to decrease rejection rates in the initial postoperative period.Antiviral agents are administered if CMV donor status is positive.Antiproliferative agents are recommended as first choice for induction therapy in recipients at high immunological risk.ATG is given in the operating room as well as for several days postoperative.

The Postanesthesia Care Unit Receives Handoff Communication from the CRNA