A child has recently been diagnosed with aplastic anemia.Support for the family should include
1. referrals to support groups andsocial services.
2. short-term support.
3. genetic counseling.
4. nutrition counseling.
Answer:1
Rationale:Families require support in dealing with a child who has a lifethreatening disease. They should be referred to support groups for counseling,if indicated,and to social services. The support will be long term in nature. Aplastic anemia is not a genetically transmitted disease.Nutrition counseling is not a priority and may or may not be needed with aplastic anemia.
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