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Med surg hematology questions with correct answersThe nurse is caring for a patient with anemia. Which blood component is
deficient in this patient? Correct Answer-Red blood cells (RBCS)
A patient is diagnosed with anemia and asks the nurse what nutrients
important for RBC formation. The nurse bases an answer on the
understanding that which nutrients are essential for production of
healthy red cells? Correct Answer-Iron, folic acid, and vitamin B12
3. A patient with iron-deficiency anemia has been taking oral iron
supplements. Which test should the nurse review to determine the
effectiveness of this intervention? Correct Answer-WBC and platelet
counts
The nurse is assisting in the development of a care plan for a patient
with anemia. Which nursing diagnosis is most common in a patient with
anemia Correct Answer-Activity Intolerance related to tissue hypoxia
The nurse is providing dietary teaching to an individual with iron-
deficiency anemia. Which patient statement indicates that teaching has
been effective? Correct Answer-"I'm going to drink orange juice for
breakfast and increase red meats in my diet."
The nurse is preparing to give an injection of iron (Imferon) to a patient
with anemia. What is the rationale for using the Z-track method for
injection? Correct Answer-Prevent discoloration of tissue at the site
, 7. A patient with thrombocytopenia is having pain. If each of the
following medications is ordered, which should the nurse choose to
administer? Correct Answer-Acetaminophen with codeine (Tylenol No.
3) PO
The nurse is caring for a patient with thrombocytopenia. Which activity
should be avoided? Correct Answer-b. Intramuscular injections
9. A patient with aplastic anemia is to receive an injection of
erythropoietin (Epogen). The patient asks what the injection is Intended
to do. Which should the nurse respond to the patient? Correct
Answer-"It will stimulate your body to produce more of its own red
blood cells.
10. A patient is admitted in sickle cell crisis with symptoms of dyspnea
and leg pain. The patlent's significant other asks, 1 don't really
understand why he is hurting so badly." Which response by the nurse is
best Correct Answer-"Clumping of abnormal red blood cells blocks the
flow of blood through the capillaries.
11. The nurse is reviewing the current patient census on a care area.
Which individual is most likely to present with signs or symptoms of
sickle cell anemia? Correct Answer-A1-year-old boy who is African
American
The nurse is caring for a patient in sickle cell crisis. What is the rationale
for providing warm compresses and blankets for this patient? Correct
Answer-Heat prevents vasoconstriction and impaired circulation.
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