Hockenberry: Wong's Essentials of Pediatric Nursing, 11th Edition CHAPTER 24 The Child with Hematologic or Immunologic Dysfunction. Q&A Plus Rationale.

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Exit Performance Chapter 24, The Child with Hematologic or Immunologic Dysfunction Due Dec 4, 2022 by 11:59 pm Passed 23 out of 23 questions answered correctly Completed on Nov 4, 2022 12:02 am... Incorrect (0) Which ethnic group has the highest incidence of sickle cell disease? Which procedure is appropriate when identifying the means of eliminating excess iron in a child with thalassemia major? Which complete blood count (CBC) test value would the nurse consider outside normal range? Which drug is not recommended for treating pain during sickle cell disease episodes? Which symptom would the nurse recognize as an acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)-defining condition in an American child with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)? Which treatment method has greatly improved the prognosis for children with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection? Which is the primary treatment for hemophilia? Which factor is appropriate to consider when administering iron? A child with beta-thalassemia has received numerous blood transfusions and now is being started on deferoxamine. The parents want to know why the child has been started on the new medication. Which is the most appropriate response by the nurse? Which statement is true regarding human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)- positive children attending schools? Which intervention is included in the management of nosebleeds in children? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct. A 13-month-old infant is brought in for a routine well-child check. The parent reports transitioning to fresh cow's milk from formula but states that the infant refuses to eat any solid foods and will only drink the cow’s milk. Which is the most appropriate response by the nurse? Which intervention would be performed first by the nurse during a blood transfusion? The parents of a child with sickle cell anemia are concerned about subsequent children having the disease. Both parents are carriers for the sickle cell trait. Which response by the nurse is most accurate? Parents of a child with sickle cell disease tells the nurse that they are concerned that their child is becoming addicted to opioids. Which is the most appropriate response to the parents’ concern? Which would the nurse recognize as the most important nursing consideration in the care of a child with sickle cell anemia? The parents of a toddler recently diagnosed with beta-thalassemia are wondering how their child will initially be treated for the disease. Which statement by the nurse provides the most appropriate response to the family’s question? A 4-year-old child is prescribed liquid iron for iron-deficiency anemia. Which instruction would be given to the parents of this child? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct. While performing a review of systems on a patient with hemophilia, the nurse finds that the patient has recently passed black, tarry stools. Which would the nurse suspect from this history? When developing a plan of care for a child diagnosed with anemia, which activity is important for the nurse to complete to determine how to minimize tissue oxygen needs? The nurse is teaching the family of a child diagnosed with iron-deficiency anemia about the proper administration of iron supplements. Which point would the nurse include in the education session? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct. Which important factor would the nurse consider when administering iron? Which serious complication of sickle cell disease is similar to pneumonia? Correct (23) Rationale African Americans have the highest incidence of sickle cell disease; Hispanics have the second-highest incidence of sickle cell disease. Native Americans and whites have lower incidences of sickle cell disease than do African Americans and Hispanics. p. 779 Rationale Chelation therapy minimizes the development of hemosiderosis (iron overload), a complication of blood transfusions. Antiemetics help ease nausea and vomiting. Splenectomy is necessary when severe splenomegaly develops. Blood transfusions are the primary medical management. p. 788 primary health care provider is not necessary. p. 778 Rationale 1 topics covered Chapter 24, The Child with Hematologic or I… Hockenberry: Wong's Essentials of Pediatric Nursing, 11th Edition Intermediate You p. 779 Vasoocclusive crisis Acute chest syndrome Cerebrovascular accident Quiz me on this topic Novice Intermediate Proficient Questions answered 23 [Show More]

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