Question 1

The nurse assessing a patient with polycythemia vera would anticipate:

Accepted Answer

A) pale complexion. 
B) low blood pressure. 
C) high hemoglobin. 
D) normal energy level. 
A) pale complexion. 
B) low blood pressure. 
C) high hemoglobin. 
D) normal energy level.

Question 2

The nurse monitoring a patient who is receiving a transfusion will stop the transfusion in the event of the patient complaining of: (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A) feeling cold. 
B) a headache. 
C) back pain. 
D) a rash. 
E) urticaria. 
A) feeling cold. 
B) a headache. 
C) back pain. 
D) a rash. 
E) urticaria.

Question 3

The nurse explains to a person who has undergone bone marrow transplantation (BMT)that engraftment takes up to ____________________ weeks.

Accepted Answer

5
five
Engraftment t

Question 4

The nurse is aware that the patient with a nutritional anemia is lacking the nutrients: (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A) proteins. 
B) vitamin B12. 
C) folic acid. 
D) zinc. 
E) iron. 
A) proteins. 
B) vitamin B12. 
C) folic acid. 
D) zinc. 
E) iron.

Question 5

The patient with acute myelogenous leukemia (AML)has a volume of blood extracted by machine,white cells are extracted in the machine,and the blood is then returned to the patient.This process is called ____________________.

Accepted Answer

leukapheresis
Leukapheresis is

Question 6

Blood must be started within _____ minutes of its arrival on the unit.

Accepted Answer

A) 10 
B) 15 
C) 30 
D) 60 
A) 10 
B) 15 
C) 30 
D) 60

Question 7

Because of a deficiency of iron,the person with iron deficiency anemia is unable to make sufficient:

Accepted Answer

A) plasma. 
B) WBCs. 
C) hemoglobin. 
D) antibodies. 
A) plasma. 
B) WBCs. 
C) hemoglobin. 
D) antibodies.

Question 8

The home health nurse assesses the patient taking ferrous sulfate (Feosol).Which patient statement alerts the nurse that teaching is necessary regarding this medication?

Accepted Answer

A) "It tastes better when I take my medicine with milk." 
B) "My wife says I should take my medicine with orange juice." 
C) "I am always careful not to break open the capsule." 
D) "I usually take my iron with my whole-grain toast during breakfast." 
A) "It tastes better when I take my medicine with milk." 
B) "My wife says I should take my medicine with orange juice." 
C) "I am always careful not to break open the capsule." 
D) "I usually take my iron with my whole-grain toast during breakfast."

Question 9

The patient with acute myelogenous leukemia (AML)asks why he is making more WBCs when he already has so many.The nurse clarifies that the large number of leukemic white cells he already has:

Accepted Answer

A) are not as effective as normal white cells would be. 
B) protect against infection. 
C) attempt to take over the functions of RBCs. 
D) are produced by the lymphatic system. 
A) are not as effective as normal white cells would be. 
B) protect against infection. 
C) attempt to take over the functions of RBCs. 
D) are produced by the lymphatic system.

Exam 17: Care of Patients With Hematologic Disorders

The nurse assessing a patient with polycythemia vera would anticipate:

The nurse monitoring a patient who is receiving a transfusion will stop the transfusion in the event of the patient complaining of: (Select all that apply.)

The nurse explains to a person who has undergone bone marrow transplantation (BMT)that engraftment takes up to ____________________ weeks.

The nurse is aware that the patient with a nutritional anemia is lacking the nutrients: (Select all that apply.)

The patient with acute myelogenous leukemia (AML)has a volume of blood extracted by machine,white cells are extracted in the machine,and the blood is then returned to the patient.This process is called ____________________.

Blood must be started within _____ minutes of its arrival on the unit.

Because of a deficiency of iron,the person with iron deficiency anemia is unable to make sufficient:

The home health nurse assesses the patient taking ferrous sulfate (Feosol).Which patient statement alerts the nurse that teaching is necessary regarding this medication?

The patient with acute myelogenous leukemia (AML)asks why he is making more WBCs when he already has so many.The nurse clarifies that the large number of leukemic white cells he already has:

Caring for Medical surgical Patients

Critical Thinking and Nursing Process

Fluid, electrolytes, acid-base Balance, and Intravenous Therapy

Care of Preoperative and Intraoperative Surgical Patients

Care of Postoperative Surgical Patients

Infection Prevention and Control

Care of Patients With Pain

Care of Patients With Cancer

Chronic Illness and Rehabilitation

the Immune and Lymphatic Systems

Care of Patient With Hiv/aids

Care of Patients With Immune and Lymphatic Disorders

the Respiratory System

Care of Patients With Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System

Care of Patients With Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System

the Hematologic System

the Cardiovascular System

Care of Patients With Hypertension and Peripheral Vascular Disease

Care of Patients With Cardiac Disorders

Care of Patients With Coronary Artery Disease and Cardiac Surgery

the Neurologic System

Care of Patients With Head and Spinal Cord Injuries

Care of Patients With Disorders of the Brain

Care of Patients With Peripheral Nerve and Degenerative Neurologic Disorders

the Sensory System: Eye and Ear

Care of Patients With Disorders of the Eyes and Ears

the Gastrointestinal System

Care of Patients With Disorders of the Upper Gastrointestinal System

Care of Patients With Disorders of the Lower Gastrointestinal System

Care of Patients With Disorders of the Gallbladder,liver,and Pancreas

the Musculoskeletal System

Care of Patients With Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue Disorders

the Urinary System

Care of Patients With Disorders of the Urinary System

the Endocrine System

Care of Patients With Pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, and Adrenal Disorders

Care of Patients With Diabetes and Hypoglycemia

Care of Women With Reproductive Disorders

Care of Men With Reproductive Disorders

Care of Patients With Sexually Transmitted Infections

the Integumentary System

Care of Patients With Integumentary Disorders and Burns

Care of Patients in Disasters or Bioterrorism Attack

Care of Patients With Trauma or Shock

Care of Patients With Anxiety, mood, and Eating Disorders

Care of Patients With Substance Abuse Disorders

Care of Patients With Cognitive Disorders

Care of Patients With Thought and Personality Disorders

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