When a nurse receives factor IX concentrate for a patient with hemophilia B, what is the correct response?
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Correct answer: Administer factor IX per protocol; watch for inhibitors
Hemophilia B is managed with factor IX replacement; monitoring for inhibitor formation is crucial for effective therapy.
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