The adolescent client is receiving methotrexate chemotherapy after undergoing limb-salvage surgery for osteogenic sarcoma. The healthcare provider also prescribes leucovorin therapy. Which adolescent statement indicates correct understanding for the administration schedule for this newly prescribed drug?

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Leucovorin is given to reduce the toxic effects of methotrexate. It is important that it is administered on time as prescribed by the healthcare provider to ensure the maximum benefit. The statements A and B are incorrect as they indicate incorrect understanding of the purpose of leucovorin therapy, and the statement in C is incorrect as it does not specify the frequency of the dose.

The Adolescent Client Is Receiving Methotrexate Chemotherapy After Undergoing Limb-Salvage