Question 1
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The +2:21client was admitted to the Emergency Department after an accident with a chain saw. The client is exhibiting signs and symptoms of acute hypovolemic anemia from severe blood loss. What signs and symptoms would the nurse assess for?
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The correct answer is: D
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Reduced urine output indicates acute hypovolemic anemia stemming from severe blood loss, as the body prioritizes vital organ perfusion, leading to diminished kidney function and urine production in such circumstances.
A: Malabsorption disorders These are unrelated to acute blood loss and instead pertain to the digestive system's ability to absorb nutrients, which does not directly connect with hypovolemic anemia.
B: Postural hypotension While it may occur in some cases of anemia, it specifically involves blood pressure changes when standing, not directly indicating the assessment of hypovolemic anemia signs.
C: Fatigue Although fatigue can result from anemia, it is a more generalized symptom and does not specifically highlight acute hypovolemic anemia from severe blood loss in this context.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Reduced urine output indicates acute hypovolemic anemia stemming from severe blood loss, as the body prioritizes vital organ perfusion, leading to diminished kidney function and urine production in such circumstances.
A: Malabsorption disorders These are unrelated to acute blood loss and instead pertain to the digestive system's ability to absorb nutrients, which does not directly connect with hypovolemic anemia.
B: Postural hypotension While it may occur in some cases of anemia, it specifically involves blood pressure changes when standing, not directly indicating the assessment of hypovolemic anemia signs.
C: Fatigue Although fatigue can result from anemia, it is a more generalized symptom and does not specifically highlight acute hypovolemic anemia from severe blood loss in this context.
Question 2
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A client diagnosed with polycythemia vera has come into the clinic because they have developed a night-time cough, fatigue, and shortness of breath. From these clinical manifestations, what complication would the nurse suspect in this client?
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The correct answer is: C
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Congestive heart failure. The clinical manifestations of night-time cough, fatigue, and shortness of breath suggest fluid overload and impaired heart function, commonly seen in clients with polycythemia vera, leading to congestive heart failure.
A: Stroke. While stroke can occur in polycythemia vera due to increased blood viscosity, the specific symptoms presented align more closely with heart failure rather than a cerebrovascular event.
B: Tissue infarction. Tissue infarction is possible due to hyperviscosity; however, the symptoms described are more indicative of circulatory overload and heart-related issues than localized tissue death.
D: Pulmonary embolus. Although a pulmonary embolus can cause shortness of breath, the presence of a night-time cough and fatigue points more towards heart failure rather than an acute thromboembolic event.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Congestive heart failure. The clinical manifestations of night-time cough, fatigue, and shortness of breath suggest fluid overload and impaired heart function, commonly seen in clients with polycythemia vera, leading to congestive heart failure.
A: Stroke. While stroke can occur in polycythemia vera due to increased blood viscosity, the specific symptoms presented align more closely with heart failure rather than a cerebrovascular event.
B: Tissue infarction. Tissue infarction is possible due to hyperviscosity; however, the symptoms described are more indicative of circulatory overload and heart-related issues than localized tissue death.
D: Pulmonary embolus. Although a pulmonary embolus can cause shortness of breath, the presence of a night-time cough and fatigue points more towards heart failure rather than an acute thromboembolic event.
Question 3
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A client who is diagnosed multiple myeloma experiences decreased production of red blood cells (RBCs). Which prescribed medication should the nurse prepare to administer to increase the production of erythrocytes?
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The correct answer is: C
Rationale
Erythropoietin is the prescribed medication that should be administered to increase the production of erythrocytes in a client diagnosed with multiple myeloma experiencing decreased RBCs.
Erythropoietin stimulates erythropoiesis in the bone marrow, directly enhancing red blood cell production. This is particularly beneficial for patients with anemia, like those with multiple myeloma, as it addresses their specific need for increased erythrocyte levels.
A: Filgrastim stimulates the production of white blood cells, not red blood cells, and thus does not address the client's decreased RBC issue.
B: Pegfilgrastim also promotes white blood cell production, specifically neutrophils, which is unrelated to enhancing erythrocyte levels in patients suffering from anemia.
D: Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid that can reduce inflammation but does not directly impact red blood cell production, making it unsuitable for addressing erythropoiesis deficits.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Erythropoietin is the prescribed medication that should be administered to increase the production of erythrocytes in a client diagnosed with multiple myeloma experiencing decreased RBCs.
Erythropoietin stimulates erythropoiesis in the bone marrow, directly enhancing red blood cell production. This is particularly beneficial for patients with anemia, like those with multiple myeloma, as it addresses their specific need for increased erythrocyte levels.
A: Filgrastim stimulates the production of white blood cells, not red blood cells, and thus does not address the client's decreased RBC issue.
B: Pegfilgrastim also promotes white blood cell production, specifically neutrophils, which is unrelated to enhancing erythrocyte levels in patients suffering from anemia.
D: Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid that can reduce inflammation but does not directly impact red blood cell production, making it unsuitable for addressing erythropoiesis deficits.
Question 4
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A client with a diagnosis of pernicious anemia comes to the clinic complaining of numbness and tingling in his arms and legs. What do these symptoms indicate?
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The correct answer is: B
Rationale
Numbness and tingling in the arms and legs indicate neurologic involvement. This symptomatology is commonly associated with pernicious anemia due to vitamin B12 deficiency, which affects the nervous system and can lead to serious complications if untreated.
A: Loss of vibratory and position senses This option describes specific sensory deficits but does not encompass the broader implications of neurologic involvement, which includes various symptoms beyond just loss of sensation.
C: Severity of the disease This choice suggests a general assessment of disease intensity rather than addressing the specific neurological symptoms that arise from the condition, missing critical details about the client's experience.
D: Insufficient intake of dietary nutrients While pernicious anemia can stem from nutrient deficiency, the symptoms presented are indicative of neurological issues rather than merely reflecting dietary insufficiency, which is a different aspect of the condition.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Numbness and tingling in the arms and legs indicate neurologic involvement. This symptomatology is commonly associated with pernicious anemia due to vitamin B12 deficiency, which affects the nervous system and can lead to serious complications if untreated.
A: Loss of vibratory and position senses This option describes specific sensory deficits but does not encompass the broader implications of neurologic involvement, which includes various symptoms beyond just loss of sensation.
C: Severity of the disease This choice suggests a general assessment of disease intensity rather than addressing the specific neurological symptoms that arise from the condition, missing critical details about the client's experience.
D: Insufficient intake of dietary nutrients While pernicious anemia can stem from nutrient deficiency, the symptoms presented are indicative of neurological issues rather than merely reflecting dietary insufficiency, which is a different aspect of the condition.
Question 5
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The nurse is caring for an older adult client who has been admitted to the unit with anemia. What would the nurse expect the client to possibly exhibit?
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The correct answer is: D
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D: Blood loss from the gastrointestinal or genitourinary tract. Anemia in older adults often stems from chronic blood loss, which may occur due to underlying conditions affecting these systems, leading to decreased hemoglobin levels.
A: Excessive consumption of coffee or tea. While caffeine can affect iron absorption, it typically does not directly lead to anemia or indicate blood loss in older adults.
B: Elimination of iron by the body. The body does not actively eliminate iron; rather, iron deficiency in anemia results from inadequate intake or absorption, not from elimination processes.
C: Decrease in the total body iron stores with age. Although iron stores can diminish with age, this choice does not specifically relate to the common causes of anemia, which often involve blood loss.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: D: Blood loss from the gastrointestinal or genitourinary tract. Anemia in older adults often stems from chronic blood loss, which may occur due to underlying conditions affecting these systems, leading to decreased hemoglobin levels.
A: Excessive consumption of coffee or tea. While caffeine can affect iron absorption, it typically does not directly lead to anemia or indicate blood loss in older adults.
B: Elimination of iron by the body. The body does not actively eliminate iron; rather, iron deficiency in anemia results from inadequate intake or absorption, not from elimination processes.
C: Decrease in the total body iron stores with age. Although iron stores can diminish with age, this choice does not specifically relate to the common causes of anemia, which often involve blood loss.
Question 6
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The nurse reinforces education for a client who is diagnosed with a coagulopathy. Which client statement indicates a correct understanding of the definition for this disorder?
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The correct answer is: A
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My diagnosis means that I am missing or lacking components needed to control bleeding. Coagulopathy refers to disorders affecting blood coagulation, leading to either excessive bleeding or clotting. Thus, a deficiency in clotting factors directly contributes to the inability to effectively manage bleeding.
B: My diagnosis is a bleeding disorder caused by a deficiency of globulins in my blood. Globulins are proteins, but coagulopathy specifically relates to deficiencies in clotting factors, not globulins.
C: My diagnosis is a bleeding disorder that involves red blood cells. Coagulopathy primarily pertains to blood clotting mechanisms, not directly involving red blood cells, which are responsible for oxygen transport.
D: My diagnosis means that I am at risk for developing blood clots. While some coagulopathies can lead to clotting, the statement inaccurately frames coagulopathy strictly as a clotting risk rather than a bleeding disorder.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: My diagnosis means that I am missing or lacking components needed to control bleeding. Coagulopathy refers to disorders affecting blood coagulation, leading to either excessive bleeding or clotting. Thus, a deficiency in clotting factors directly contributes to the inability to effectively manage bleeding.
B: My diagnosis is a bleeding disorder caused by a deficiency of globulins in my blood. Globulins are proteins, but coagulopathy specifically relates to deficiencies in clotting factors, not globulins.
C: My diagnosis is a bleeding disorder that involves red blood cells. Coagulopathy primarily pertains to blood clotting mechanisms, not directly involving red blood cells, which are responsible for oxygen transport.
D: My diagnosis means that I am at risk for developing blood clots. While some coagulopathies can lead to clotting, the statement inaccurately frames coagulopathy strictly as a clotting risk rather than a bleeding disorder.
Question 7
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A client comes to the walk-in clinic complaining of weakness and fatigue. While assessing this client, the nurse finds evidence of petechiae and ecchymoses. The nurse notes that the spleen appears enlarged. What would the nurse suspect is wrong with this client?
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The correct answer is: A
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Aplastic anemia. This condition is characterized by the failure of bone marrow to produce sufficient blood cells, leading to symptoms such as weakness, fatigue, and the presence of petechiae and ecchymoses due to low platelet counts, along with splenomegaly as the spleen compensates for inadequate blood cell production.
B: Pernicious anemia. This type of anemia arises from vitamin B12 deficiency, primarily affecting red blood cell production without typically causing petechiae or splenomegaly, focusing instead on neurological symptoms.
C: Iron-deficiency anemia. While this condition leads to fatigue and weakness, it does not present with petechiae or ecchymoses and is more associated with pallor and shortness of breath due to low hemoglobin levels.
D: Agranulocytosis. This disorder involves a severe reduction in white blood cells, resulting in increased infection risk, not primarily presenting with symptoms like petechiae or splenomegaly related to blood cell production failure.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Aplastic anemia. This condition is characterized by the failure of bone marrow to produce sufficient blood cells, leading to symptoms such as weakness, fatigue, and the presence of petechiae and ecchymoses due to low platelet counts, along with splenomegaly as the spleen compensates for inadequate blood cell production.
B: Pernicious anemia. This type of anemia arises from vitamin B12 deficiency, primarily affecting red blood cell production without typically causing petechiae or splenomegaly, focusing instead on neurological symptoms.
C: Iron-deficiency anemia. While this condition leads to fatigue and weakness, it does not present with petechiae or ecchymoses and is more associated with pallor and shortness of breath due to low hemoglobin levels.
D: Agranulocytosis. This disorder involves a severe reduction in white blood cells, resulting in increased infection risk, not primarily presenting with symptoms like petechiae or splenomegaly related to blood cell production failure.
Question 8
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A client is experiencing chronic hypovolemic anemia as evidenced by laboratory results. What symptoms does the nurse expect to find for this client when collecting objective data?
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The correct answer is: A
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Postural hypotension. This symptom arises from inadequate blood volume leading to reduced perfusion, especially when the individual changes positions. Chronic hypovolemic anemia results in compromised cardiovascular responses, making postural hypotension a likely finding.
B: Urinary output of 10 mL/hr. This output level indicates potential acute kidney injury or severe dehydration, which may not directly correlate with the specific presentation of chronic hypovolemic anemia.
C: Altered consciousness. While severe anemia can affect cognition, altered consciousness is more closely related to acute or critical conditions rather than the chronic state of hypovolemic anemia.
D: Extreme pallor. Although pallor can be observed in anemia, it does not specifically indicate chronic hypovolemic anemia and is a more general symptom not unique to this condition.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Postural hypotension. This symptom arises from inadequate blood volume leading to reduced perfusion, especially when the individual changes positions. Chronic hypovolemic anemia results in compromised cardiovascular responses, making postural hypotension a likely finding.
B: Urinary output of 10 mL/hr. This output level indicates potential acute kidney injury or severe dehydration, which may not directly correlate with the specific presentation of chronic hypovolemic anemia.
C: Altered consciousness. While severe anemia can affect cognition, altered consciousness is more closely related to acute or critical conditions rather than the chronic state of hypovolemic anemia.
D: Extreme pallor. Although pallor can be observed in anemia, it does not specifically indicate chronic hypovolemic anemia and is a more general symptom not unique to this condition.
Question 9
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A client is being treated in the hospital for hypovolemia related to a bleeding peptic ulcer. The nurse obtains a blood pressure reading of 88/62 mm Hg, heart rate of 112 beats/minute, and a respiratory rate of 24 breaths/minute. What is the first action by the nurse?
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The correct answer is: B
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Notify the physician.
This action is crucial as the client's vital signs indicate significant hemodynamic instability due to hypovolemia. Prompt physician notification ensures immediate assessment and intervention to prevent further complications from the bleeding peptic ulcer.
A: Administer blood. Administering blood is a potential intervention, but the priority is to communicate the patient's critical condition to the physician for appropriate orders.
C: Insert two large-bore intravenous catheters. While establishing IV access is important, it should follow physician notification to ensure appropriate orders and interventions are initiated based on the patient's status.
D: Administer a colloid solution. Although colloid solutions can help with volume expansion, the nurse must first notify the physician to confirm the best treatment plan tailored to the specific situation.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Notify the physician.
This action is crucial as the client's vital signs indicate significant hemodynamic instability due to hypovolemia. Prompt physician notification ensures immediate assessment and intervention to prevent further complications from the bleeding peptic ulcer.
A: Administer blood. Administering blood is a potential intervention, but the priority is to communicate the patient's critical condition to the physician for appropriate orders.
C: Insert two large-bore intravenous catheters. While establishing IV access is important, it should follow physician notification to ensure appropriate orders and interventions are initiated based on the patient's status.
D: Administer a colloid solution. Although colloid solutions can help with volume expansion, the nurse must first notify the physician to confirm the best treatment plan tailored to the specific situation.
Question 10
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The nurse is caring for a client with hypovolemic anemia who is now in hypovolemic shock. What indication does the nurse have that the client is having inadequate renal perfusion?
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The correct answer is: D
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D: Urine output of 15 mL/hour indicates inadequate renal perfusion, as low urine output suggests the kidneys are not receiving sufficient blood flow. In hypovolemic shock, this is a critical sign of compromised organ function.
A: Hematuria suggests blood in urine but does not directly indicate renal perfusion status, focusing instead on potential urinary tract issues or bleeding, which may not be connected to perfusion.
B: Blood pressure of 90/60 mm Hg indicates hypotension but may not directly reflect renal perfusion adequacy. Blood pressure alone can be influenced by various factors, including cardiac output.
C: Jaundice of the sclera points to liver dysfunction or hemolysis rather than renal perfusion issues. It is associated with bilirubin accumulation, which is unrelated to kidney blood flow.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: D: Urine output of 15 mL/hour indicates inadequate renal perfusion, as low urine output suggests the kidneys are not receiving sufficient blood flow. In hypovolemic shock, this is a critical sign of compromised organ function.
A: Hematuria suggests blood in urine but does not directly indicate renal perfusion status, focusing instead on potential urinary tract issues or bleeding, which may not be connected to perfusion.
B: Blood pressure of 90/60 mm Hg indicates hypotension but may not directly reflect renal perfusion adequacy. Blood pressure alone can be influenced by various factors, including cardiac output.
C: Jaundice of the sclera points to liver dysfunction or hemolysis rather than renal perfusion issues. It is associated with bilirubin accumulation, which is unrelated to kidney blood flow.
Question 11
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The LPN is following a plan of care for a client who is being treated for hypovolemic anemia and is at risk for hypovolemic shock. The nurse assesses vital signs and O2 saturation and observes the saturation at 89% for 3 minutes. What should the first action by the nurse be?
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The correct answer is: C
Rationale
Give oxygen per nasal cannula. Administering oxygen is essential for improving the client's O2 saturation, which is critically low at 89%. This immediate action helps to stabilize the client and prevent further complications related to hypovolemic shock.
A: Notify the charge nurse. While communication is vital, it does not address the immediate need to improve oxygen levels for the client experiencing respiratory distress.
B: Prepare to assist with intubation. Intubation is a more invasive procedure that may not be necessary at this stage, especially when supplemental oxygen can effectively manage the situation.
D: Place the client in the supine position. Although positioning can help with circulation, it does not directly address the urgent need for increased oxygen saturation seen in this client.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Give oxygen per nasal cannula. Administering oxygen is essential for improving the client's O2 saturation, which is critically low at 89%. This immediate action helps to stabilize the client and prevent further complications related to hypovolemic shock.
A: Notify the charge nurse. While communication is vital, it does not address the immediate need to improve oxygen levels for the client experiencing respiratory distress.
B: Prepare to assist with intubation. Intubation is a more invasive procedure that may not be necessary at this stage, especially when supplemental oxygen can effectively manage the situation.
D: Place the client in the supine position. Although positioning can help with circulation, it does not directly address the urgent need for increased oxygen saturation seen in this client.
Question 12
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The nurse provides care for an older adult client, diagnosed with anemia, who has a hemoglobin of 9.6 g/dL and a hematocrit of 34%. To determine the cause of the client's blood loss, which is the priority nursing action?
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The correct answer is: B
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Observe the client's stools for blood.
Identifying the source of blood loss is critical in managing anemia. By observing stools, the nurse can detect gastrointestinal bleeding, a common cause of anemia, which may require immediate intervention to prevent further complications.
A: Evaluate the client's dietary intake. Nutritional assessment is valuable but secondary to identifying active bleeding, which directly impacts hemoglobin levels and requires urgent attention.
C: Monitor the client's body temperature. While temperature monitoring can indicate infection, it does not directly address the immediate need to investigate potential sources of blood loss related to the anemia.
D: Monitor the client's blood pressure (BP). Blood pressure may provide insight into the client's hemodynamic status but does not specifically lead to identifying the cause of anemia-related blood loss.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Observe the client's stools for blood.
Identifying the source of blood loss is critical in managing anemia. By observing stools, the nurse can detect gastrointestinal bleeding, a common cause of anemia, which may require immediate intervention to prevent further complications.
A: Evaluate the client's dietary intake. Nutritional assessment is valuable but secondary to identifying active bleeding, which directly impacts hemoglobin levels and requires urgent attention.
C: Monitor the client's body temperature. While temperature monitoring can indicate infection, it does not directly address the immediate need to investigate potential sources of blood loss related to the anemia.
D: Monitor the client's blood pressure (BP). Blood pressure may provide insight into the client's hemodynamic status but does not specifically lead to identifying the cause of anemia-related blood loss.
Question 13
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The nurse is collecting data for a client who has been diagnosed with iron-deficiency anemia. What subjective findings does the nurse recognize as symptoms related to this type of anemia?
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The correct answer is: D
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D: I feel fatigued and weak. Fatigue and weakness are common subjective symptoms of iron-deficiency anemia, as a lack of iron leads to reduced hemoglobin levels, impairing oxygen transport and energy levels in the body.
A: I feel hot all of the time. This statement does not relate to iron-deficiency anemia symptoms, as temperature regulation is not directly affected by iron levels or anemia.
B: I have a difficult time falling asleep at night. Sleep disturbances may occur for various reasons but are not specifically indicative of iron-deficiency anemia and lack a direct correlation with iron levels.
C: I have an increase in my appetite. An increase in appetite does not align with the typical symptoms of iron-deficiency anemia, which often includes reduced energy and fatigue rather than increased hunger.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: D: I feel fatigued and weak. Fatigue and weakness are common subjective symptoms of iron-deficiency anemia, as a lack of iron leads to reduced hemoglobin levels, impairing oxygen transport and energy levels in the body.
A: I feel hot all of the time. This statement does not relate to iron-deficiency anemia symptoms, as temperature regulation is not directly affected by iron levels or anemia.
B: I have a difficult time falling asleep at night. Sleep disturbances may occur for various reasons but are not specifically indicative of iron-deficiency anemia and lack a direct correlation with iron levels.
C: I have an increase in my appetite. An increase in appetite does not align with the typical symptoms of iron-deficiency anemia, which often includes reduced energy and fatigue rather than increased hunger.
Question 14
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The nurse observes the laboratory studies for a client in the hospital with fatigue, feeling cold all of the time, and hemoglobin of 8.6 g/dL and a hematocrit of 28%. What finding would be an indicator of iron-deficiency anemia?
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The correct answer is: A
Rationale
Erythrocytes that are microcytic and hypochromic indicate iron-deficiency anemia. In this condition, the red blood cells are smaller than normal and have reduced hemoglobin content, leading to pale coloration. This aligns with the client's low hemoglobin and hematocrit levels, reflecting inadequate iron for proper erythropoiesis.
B: Erythrocytes that are macrocytic and hyperchromic. This finding suggests vitamin B12 or folate deficiency, not iron deficiency, as these conditions produce larger, more richly pigmented red blood cells.
C: Clustering of platelets with sickled red blood cells. This indicates sickle cell disease, where abnormal hemoglobin causes red cells to deform and cluster, unrelated to iron deficiency.
D: An increased number of erythrocytes. This typically suggests polycythemia or dehydration, rather than iron deficiency, as iron deficiency usually results in fewer red blood cells due to impaired production.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Erythrocytes that are microcytic and hypochromic indicate iron-deficiency anemia. In this condition, the red blood cells are smaller than normal and have reduced hemoglobin content, leading to pale coloration. This aligns with the client's low hemoglobin and hematocrit levels, reflecting inadequate iron for proper erythropoiesis.
B: Erythrocytes that are macrocytic and hyperchromic. This finding suggests vitamin B12 or folate deficiency, not iron deficiency, as these conditions produce larger, more richly pigmented red blood cells.
C: Clustering of platelets with sickled red blood cells. This indicates sickle cell disease, where abnormal hemoglobin causes red cells to deform and cluster, unrelated to iron deficiency.
D: An increased number of erythrocytes. This typically suggests polycythemia or dehydration, rather than iron deficiency, as iron deficiency usually results in fewer red blood cells due to impaired production.
Question 15
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The nurse is instructing a client about taking a liquid iron preparation for the treatment of iron-deficiency anemia. What should the nurse include in the instructions?
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The correct answer is: C
Rationale
C: Dilute the liquid preparation with another liquid such as juice and drink with a straw. This method enhances palatability and minimizes potential staining of teeth, making the iron supplement more acceptable for the client.
A: Do not take medication with orange juice because it will delay absorption of the iron. In fact, vitamin C in orange juice can enhance iron absorption, not hinder it.
B: Iron may cause indigestion and should be taken with an antacid such as Mylanta. Antacids can actually interfere with iron absorption, potentially worsening the anemia rather than alleviating symptoms.
D: Discontinue the use of iron if your stool turns black. Black stools are a common and harmless side effect of iron supplementation, indicating that the iron is being absorbed effectively.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: C: Dilute the liquid preparation with another liquid such as juice and drink with a straw. This method enhances palatability and minimizes potential staining of teeth, making the iron supplement more acceptable for the client.
A: Do not take medication with orange juice because it will delay absorption of the iron. In fact, vitamin C in orange juice can enhance iron absorption, not hinder it.
B: Iron may cause indigestion and should be taken with an antacid such as Mylanta. Antacids can actually interfere with iron absorption, potentially worsening the anemia rather than alleviating symptoms.
D: Discontinue the use of iron if your stool turns black. Black stools are a common and harmless side effect of iron supplementation, indicating that the iron is being absorbed effectively.
Question 16
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The nurse is caring for four clients on the medical-surgical unit of the hospital. What client is mostly likely to be receiving treatment for sickle cell crisis?
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The correct answer is: B
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B: A 19-year-old male of African descent. Sickle cell disease predominantly affects individuals of African ancestry due to genetic factors. This client’s background aligns with the typical demographic susceptible to sickle cell crises.
A: A 29-year-old Caucasian male. Sickle cell disease is primarily found in individuals of African descent, making this demographic less likely to experience a sickle cell crisis.
C: A 24-year-old Native American/First Nations female. While certain genetic blood disorders exist among Native populations, sickle cell disease is not prevalent in this demographic group, reducing the likelihood of a crisis.
D: A 36-year-old Eastern European female. Sickle cell disease is rare in Eastern European populations, which diminishes the chance of experiencing a sickle cell crisis compared to individuals of African descent.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: B: A 19-year-old male of African descent. Sickle cell disease predominantly affects individuals of African ancestry due to genetic factors. This client’s background aligns with the typical demographic susceptible to sickle cell crises.
A: A 29-year-old Caucasian male. Sickle cell disease is primarily found in individuals of African descent, making this demographic less likely to experience a sickle cell crisis.
C: A 24-year-old Native American/First Nations female. While certain genetic blood disorders exist among Native populations, sickle cell disease is not prevalent in this demographic group, reducing the likelihood of a crisis.
D: A 36-year-old Eastern European female. Sickle cell disease is rare in Eastern European populations, which diminishes the chance of experiencing a sickle cell crisis compared to individuals of African descent.
Question 17
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A client is seen in the emergency department with severe pain related to a sickle cell crisis. What does the nurse understand is occurring with this client?
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The correct answer is: D
Rationale
Vascular occlusion in small vessels decreasing blood and oxygen to the tissues. This explains the severe pain during a sickle cell crisis, as sickled red blood cells obstruct blood flow, leading to tissue ischemia and pain.
A: The client has a decreased tolerance of pain related to the chronic nature of the illness. While chronic pain may exist, the acute pain during a crisis is primarily due to vascular occlusion.
B: Bone marrow decreases the erythrocyte production causing decrease in hypoxia. Although erythrocyte production may be affected, this option does not address the immediate cause of pain during a sickle cell crisis.
C: Overhydration enlarges the red blood cells. This statement misrepresents the condition; sickle cell crises result from red blood cell sickling and occlusion, not from hydration status affecting cell size.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Vascular occlusion in small vessels decreasing blood and oxygen to the tissues. This explains the severe pain during a sickle cell crisis, as sickled red blood cells obstruct blood flow, leading to tissue ischemia and pain.
A: The client has a decreased tolerance of pain related to the chronic nature of the illness. While chronic pain may exist, the acute pain during a crisis is primarily due to vascular occlusion.
B: Bone marrow decreases the erythrocyte production causing decrease in hypoxia. Although erythrocyte production may be affected, this option does not address the immediate cause of pain during a sickle cell crisis.
C: Overhydration enlarges the red blood cells. This statement misrepresents the condition; sickle cell crises result from red blood cell sickling and occlusion, not from hydration status affecting cell size.
Question 18
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A client with sickle cell disease informs the nurse that he is having chest pain. The nurse hears the client coughing, wheezing, and breathing rapidly. What does the nurse suspect is occurring with this client?
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The correct answer is: C
Rationale
Chest pain, coughing, wheezing, and rapid breathing suggest acute chest syndrome in a client with sickle cell disease, indicating a serious respiratory complication requiring immediate medical attention.
A: Vaso-occlusive crisis This condition involves pain due to blocked blood flow but does not typically present with respiratory symptoms like coughing or wheezing.
B: Pneumocystis pneumonia While this infection can cause coughing and respiratory distress, it is not specifically associated with sickle cell disease, making it a less likely diagnosis.
D: Acute muscular strain Although this could cause chest pain, it lacks the respiratory symptoms displayed, making it an unlikely cause of the client's current condition.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Chest pain, coughing, wheezing, and rapid breathing suggest acute chest syndrome in a client with sickle cell disease, indicating a serious respiratory complication requiring immediate medical attention.
A: Vaso-occlusive crisis This condition involves pain due to blocked blood flow but does not typically present with respiratory symptoms like coughing or wheezing.
B: Pneumocystis pneumonia While this infection can cause coughing and respiratory distress, it is not specifically associated with sickle cell disease, making it a less likely diagnosis.
D: Acute muscular strain Although this could cause chest pain, it lacks the respiratory symptoms displayed, making it an unlikely cause of the client's current condition.
Question 19
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Parents arrive to the clinic with their young child and inform the nurse the child has just been diagnosed with sickle cell disease. The parents ask the nurse how this could have happened and which one of them is the carrier. What is the correct response by the nurse?
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The correct answer is: C
Rationale
The child must inherit two defective genes, one from each parent. Sickle cell disease is an autosomal recessive disorder, requiring both parents to pass on the sickle cell gene for the child to exhibit the disease. Therefore, both parents should be evaluated for carrier status to understand the genetic transmission.
A: Most likely, the father is the carrier of the gene. This statement assumes only the father carries the gene, neglecting the possibility that the mother could also be a carrier.
B: The trait is passed down through the mother. This option inaccurately suggests that only the mother can transmit the gene, overlooking the requirement for both parents to contribute to the child's condition.
D: It is an acquired, not a hereditary disorder. Sickle cell disease is fundamentally genetic, stemming from inherited mutations, contradicting the notion that it is acquired through environmental factors.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The child must inherit two defective genes, one from each parent. Sickle cell disease is an autosomal recessive disorder, requiring both parents to pass on the sickle cell gene for the child to exhibit the disease. Therefore, both parents should be evaluated for carrier status to understand the genetic transmission.
A: Most likely, the father is the carrier of the gene. This statement assumes only the father carries the gene, neglecting the possibility that the mother could also be a carrier.
B: The trait is passed down through the mother. This option inaccurately suggests that only the mother can transmit the gene, overlooking the requirement for both parents to contribute to the child's condition.
D: It is an acquired, not a hereditary disorder. Sickle cell disease is fundamentally genetic, stemming from inherited mutations, contradicting the notion that it is acquired through environmental factors.
Question 20
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The nurse is instructing the client with sickle cell disease about the use of an inhaled vasodilator that may reduce sickling. What medication is the nurse instructing the client about?
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The correct answer is: B
Rationale
Nitric oxide. This inhaled vasodilator plays a critical role in managing sickle cell disease by improving blood flow and reducing the sickling of red blood cells, thus alleviating complications associated with the condition.
A: Nitszyst oxide. This option appears to be a misspelling and does not correspond to any known medication, leading to confusion and inapplicability in treating sickle cell disease.
C: Betamethasone. This medication is a corticosteroid primarily used for its anti-inflammatory effects and does not have a direct role in alleviating sickling episodes in sickle cell disease patients.
D: Terbutaline. As a bronchodilator, terbutaline is used primarily for asthma and other respiratory conditions, lacking the specific vasodilatory effects essential for reducing sickling in sickle cell disease.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nitric oxide. This inhaled vasodilator plays a critical role in managing sickle cell disease by improving blood flow and reducing the sickling of red blood cells, thus alleviating complications associated with the condition.
A: Nitszyst oxide. This option appears to be a misspelling and does not correspond to any known medication, leading to confusion and inapplicability in treating sickle cell disease.
C: Betamethasone. This medication is a corticosteroid primarily used for its anti-inflammatory effects and does not have a direct role in alleviating sickling episodes in sickle cell disease patients.
D: Terbutaline. As a bronchodilator, terbutaline is used primarily for asthma and other respiratory conditions, lacking the specific vasodilatory effects essential for reducing sickling in sickle cell disease.
Question 21
Regular
The nurse is admitting a client with Cooley's anemia to the hospital with a hemoglobin of 6.2 g/dL and hematocrit of 26%. What does the nurse document about the client's skin?
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The correct answer is: A
Rationale
Bronzing of the skin. Cooley's anemia, a form of thalassemia, often leads to excess iron deposition, causing a characteristic bronzing appearance of the skin due to hemosiderin accumulation.
B: Jaundice of the skin and mucous membranes. Jaundice typically indicates liver dysfunction or hemolysis, which are not primary manifestations of Cooley's anemia and do not align with the client's symptoms.
C: Ruddy complexion. A ruddy complexion suggests increased blood flow or oxygenation, which contradicts the low hemoglobin levels present in the client with Cooley's anemia and their associated symptoms.
D: Pale skin and mucous membranes. While anemia can cause pallor, Cooley's anemia more distinctly presents with bronzing due to iron overload, making this description less accurate for the client's condition.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bronzing of the skin. Cooley's anemia, a form of thalassemia, often leads to excess iron deposition, causing a characteristic bronzing appearance of the skin due to hemosiderin accumulation.
B: Jaundice of the skin and mucous membranes. Jaundice typically indicates liver dysfunction or hemolysis, which are not primary manifestations of Cooley's anemia and do not align with the client's symptoms.
C: Ruddy complexion. A ruddy complexion suggests increased blood flow or oxygenation, which contradicts the low hemoglobin levels present in the client with Cooley's anemia and their associated symptoms.
D: Pale skin and mucous membranes. While anemia can cause pallor, Cooley's anemia more distinctly presents with bronzing due to iron overload, making this description less accurate for the client's condition.
Question 22
Regular
The nurse is assigned to care for a client with polycythemia vera. When the nurse encourages the client to drink 3 L of fluid per day, the client states, 'Why do I have to drink so much?' What is the best response by the nurse?
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The correct answer is: B
Rationale
Drinking 3 L of fluid daily helps adequately hydrate the client and ensures sufficient urine production, which is crucial for managing polycythemia vera by reducing blood viscosity and promoting healthy circulation.
A: We don't want you to get dehydrated. This response lacks specificity regarding the condition's management and does not address the importance of hydration in relation to blood viscosity.
C: It will help your heart beat regularly and effectively. While hydration supports heart function, this explanation does not connect directly to the primary concern of blood viscosity in polycythemia vera.
D: It will help restrict blood circulation. This statement is misleading, as increased fluid intake actually helps improve circulation by thinning the blood rather than restricting it.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Drinking 3 L of fluid daily helps adequately hydrate the client and ensures sufficient urine production, which is crucial for managing polycythemia vera by reducing blood viscosity and promoting healthy circulation.
A: We don't want you to get dehydrated. This response lacks specificity regarding the condition's management and does not address the importance of hydration in relation to blood viscosity.
C: It will help your heart beat regularly and effectively. While hydration supports heart function, this explanation does not connect directly to the primary concern of blood viscosity in polycythemia vera.
D: It will help restrict blood circulation. This statement is misleading, as increased fluid intake actually helps improve circulation by thinning the blood rather than restricting it.
Question 23
Regular
The nurse is instructing the client with polycythemia vera how to perform isometric exercises such as contracting and relaxing the quadriceps and gluteal muscle during periods of inactivity. What does the nurse understand is the rationale for this type of exercise?
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The correct answer is: D
Rationale
D: Contraction of skeletal muscle compresses the walls of veins and increases the circulation of venous blood as it returns to the heart. This mechanism is especially beneficial for clients with polycythemia vera, as it enhances venous return and alleviates potential complications associated with blood viscosity and sluggish circulation.
A: Isometric exercise programs are inclusive of all muscle groups and have an aerobic effect to increase the heart rate. This description inaccurately attributes aerobic benefits to an exercise type that primarily focuses on muscle tension without significant aerobic conditioning.
B: Isometric exercise decreases the workload of the heart and restores oxygenated blood flow. While isometric exercises can influence heart workload, they do not primarily focus on restoring oxygenated blood flow to the heart.
C: This type of exercise increases arterial circulation as it returns to the heart. Isometric exercises mainly enhance venous return rather than directly impacting arterial circulation, which is essential for effective blood flow dynamics.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: D: Contraction of skeletal muscle compresses the walls of veins and increases the circulation of venous blood as it returns to the heart. This mechanism is especially beneficial for clients with polycythemia vera, as it enhances venous return and alleviates potential complications associated with blood viscosity and sluggish circulation.
A: Isometric exercise programs are inclusive of all muscle groups and have an aerobic effect to increase the heart rate. This description inaccurately attributes aerobic benefits to an exercise type that primarily focuses on muscle tension without significant aerobic conditioning.
B: Isometric exercise decreases the workload of the heart and restores oxygenated blood flow. While isometric exercises can influence heart workload, they do not primarily focus on restoring oxygenated blood flow to the heart.
C: This type of exercise increases arterial circulation as it returns to the heart. Isometric exercises mainly enhance venous return rather than directly impacting arterial circulation, which is essential for effective blood flow dynamics.
Question 24
Regular
A client with multiple myeloma is complaining of severe pain when the nurse comes in to give a bath and change position. What is the priority intervention by the nurse?
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The correct answer is: C
Rationale
C: Obtain the pain medication and delay the bath and position change until the medication reaches its peak. Administering pain medication first ensures the client’s comfort and safety, allowing for a more effective and humane approach to care during painful procedures. Prioritizing pain relief enhances the overall care experience for the client suffering from multiple myeloma.
A: Inform the client that the position must be changed, and then you will give her pain medication and omit the bath. Changing the position without addressing pain first could exacerbate discomfort and distress, undermining the client’s well-being during care activities.
B: Inform the client that she will feel better after receiving a bath and clean sheets. This disregards the client’s immediate pain concerns, potentially increasing anxiety and discomfort instead of providing relief and support during a critical moment.
D: Inform the client that the bath and positioning is an important part of client care and will be done right after pain medication administration. While important, this approach lacks immediate attention to the client’s acute pain, which should be prioritized to ensure a compassionate and effective care experience.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: C: Obtain the pain medication and delay the bath and position change until the medication reaches its peak. Administering pain medication first ensures the client’s comfort and safety, allowing for a more effective and humane approach to care during painful procedures. Prioritizing pain relief enhances the overall care experience for the client suffering from multiple myeloma.
A: Inform the client that the position must be changed, and then you will give her pain medication and omit the bath. Changing the position without addressing pain first could exacerbate discomfort and distress, undermining the client’s well-being during care activities.
B: Inform the client that she will feel better after receiving a bath and clean sheets. This disregards the client’s immediate pain concerns, potentially increasing anxiety and discomfort instead of providing relief and support during a critical moment.
D: Inform the client that the bath and positioning is an important part of client care and will be done right after pain medication administration. While important, this approach lacks immediate attention to the client’s acute pain, which should be prioritized to ensure a compassionate and effective care experience.
Question 25
Regular
A teenaged client with hemophilia sustains a leg laceration after falling off a skateboard and is brought to the emergency department. The laceration is bleeding profusely even with direct pressure to the site. What does the nurse anticipate will be prescribed for administration to control bleeding?
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The correct answer is: A
Rationale
Fresh frozen plasma.
Fresh frozen plasma contains clotting factors that are crucial for patients with hemophilia, allowing for effective management of bleeding. It helps restore the blood's ability to clot, addressing the urgent need for hemostatic support in this situation.
B: A colloid solution such as hetastarch (Hespan) does not provide clotting factors essential for hemophilia management and is primarily used for volume expansion rather than addressing bleeding.
C: A crystalloid solution such as lactated Ringer's merely replenishes fluids and does not contain the necessary clotting factors, making it ineffective for controlling bleeding in hemophilia patients.
D: Albumin primarily serves to maintain oncotic pressure in the bloodstream and lacks clotting components, rendering it unsuitable for treating acute hemorrhagic situations in patients with hemophilia.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fresh frozen plasma.
Fresh frozen plasma contains clotting factors that are crucial for patients with hemophilia, allowing for effective management of bleeding. It helps restore the blood's ability to clot, addressing the urgent need for hemostatic support in this situation.
B: A colloid solution such as hetastarch (Hespan) does not provide clotting factors essential for hemophilia management and is primarily used for volume expansion rather than addressing bleeding.
C: A crystalloid solution such as lactated Ringer's merely replenishes fluids and does not contain the necessary clotting factors, making it ineffective for controlling bleeding in hemophilia patients.
D: Albumin primarily serves to maintain oncotic pressure in the bloodstream and lacks clotting components, rendering it unsuitable for treating acute hemorrhagic situations in patients with hemophilia.
Question 26
Regular
The nurse caring for an older adult with a diagnosis of leukemia would encourage the client to use an electric razor. What is the rationale for this statement by the nurse?
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The correct answer is: A
Rationale
Using an electric razor minimizes the risk of cuts and nicks, which is crucial for older adults with leukemia who may have compromised blood cells and increased bleeding tendencies. This approach helps prevent further complications associated with trauma to the skin.
B: Strong tissues and intact clotting mechanisms may prevent hemorrhage. This statement overlooks the fact that leukemia often compromises clotting ability, increasing bleeding risk despite tissue strength.
C: The client is at risk for spontaneous and uncontrolled bleeding. While this is true, it doesn't specifically relate to the rationale for recommending an electric razor, which focuses on preventing skin injury.
D: The client is not at risk for infection from microorganisms. This choice misrepresents the situation, as patients with leukemia can have weakened immune systems, making them more susceptible to infections from skin injuries.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Using an electric razor minimizes the risk of cuts and nicks, which is crucial for older adults with leukemia who may have compromised blood cells and increased bleeding tendencies. This approach helps prevent further complications associated with trauma to the skin.
B: Strong tissues and intact clotting mechanisms may prevent hemorrhage. This statement overlooks the fact that leukemia often compromises clotting ability, increasing bleeding risk despite tissue strength.
C: The client is at risk for spontaneous and uncontrolled bleeding. While this is true, it doesn't specifically relate to the rationale for recommending an electric razor, which focuses on preventing skin injury.
D: The client is not at risk for infection from microorganisms. This choice misrepresents the situation, as patients with leukemia can have weakened immune systems, making them more susceptible to infections from skin injuries.
Question 27
Multiple Choice
A client is found to have a low hemoglobin and hematocrit when laboratory work was performed. What does the nurse understand the anemia may have resulted from? Select all that apply.
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The correct answer is: B,C,D
Rationale
Anemia may have resulted from blood loss, abnormal erythrocyte production, and destruction of normally formed red blood cells. These factors can lead to decreased hemoglobin and hematocrit levels, indicating inadequate oxygen transport in the body.
A: Infection While infections can influence blood parameters, they do not directly cause low hemoglobin or hematocrit levels indicative of anemia.
E: Inadequate formed white blood cells This option doesn't relate to anemia, as it concerns white blood cells, which are not directly involved in hemoglobin or hematocrit measurements.
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Anemia may have resulted from blood loss, abnormal erythrocyte production, and destruction of normally formed red blood cells. These factors can lead to decreased hemoglobin and hematocrit levels, indicating inadequate oxygen transport in the body.
A: Infection While infections can influence blood parameters, they do not directly cause low hemoglobin or hematocrit levels indicative of anemia.
E: Inadequate formed white blood cells This option doesn't relate to anemia, as it concerns white blood cells, which are not directly involved in hemoglobin or hematocrit measurements.
Question 28
Multiple Choice
The registered nurse (RN) and licensed practical nurse (LPN) are preparing an educational program for clients who may be at risk for the development of iron-deficiency anemia. Which client(s) would receive the greatest benefit from this program? Select all that apply.
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The correct answer is: A,B,C
Rationale
Adolescent clients with bulimia nervosa, older adults on a fixed income, and clients with Crohn's disease would receive the greatest benefit from the educational program.
Adolescents with bulimia may experience nutrient deficiencies due to disordered eating, while older adults often face dietary limitations that can lead to anemia. Clients with Crohn's disease frequently have malabsorption issues, increasing their risk for iron deficiency.
D: A client who lives in a nursing home has access to regular meals, which may mitigate the risk of iron-deficiency anemia. Nutritional support is typically monitored in such settings.
E: A client who is a vegetarian may face some risk of anemia, but with proper dietary planning, they can often maintain adequate iron levels through plant-based sources.
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Adolescent clients with bulimia nervosa, older adults on a fixed income, and clients with Crohn's disease would receive the greatest benefit from the educational program.
Adolescents with bulimia may experience nutrient deficiencies due to disordered eating, while older adults often face dietary limitations that can lead to anemia. Clients with Crohn's disease frequently have malabsorption issues, increasing their risk for iron deficiency.
D: A client who lives in a nursing home has access to regular meals, which may mitigate the risk of iron-deficiency anemia. Nutritional support is typically monitored in such settings.
E: A client who is a vegetarian may face some risk of anemia, but with proper dietary planning, they can often maintain adequate iron levels through plant-based sources.
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Caring for Clients With Disorders of the Hematopoietic System
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