Which of the following puts a patient taking chloramphenicol at risk for developing aplastic anemia?

a. The drug promotes an immune response against stem cells.
b. The drug is toxic to the bone marrow.
c. The drug results in stem cell resistance to essential cytokines.
d. The drug causes decreased cytokine production.

Correct Answer: B

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