Iron deficiency anemia impacts adequate production of which component?
a. Plasma
b. White blood cells (WBCs)
c. Hemoglobin
d. Antibodies
C
Deficiency of iron causes reduced production of hemoglobin.
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1. before the first missed menstrual period. 2. after the first missed menstrual period. 3. after the second missed menstrual period. 4. after the third missed menstrual period.
The mother of a child with hemophilia asks the nurse how long her child will need to be treated for hemophilia. What is the best response to this question?
a. "Hemophilia is a life-long blood disorder.". b. "There is a 25% chance that your child will have spontaneous remission and treatment will no longer be necessary.". c. "Treatment is indicated until after your child has progressed through the toddler years.". d. "It is unlikely that your child will need to be treated for his hemophilia because your first child does not have the disease.".
A nurse cares for a patient experiencing acute alcohol withdrawal. Which collaborative nursing diagnosis would have priority to include in the plan of care? Potential complication:
1. Seizures 2. Thiamine toxicity 3. Hypermagnesemia 4. Panic attacks
The nurse providing anticipatory guidance to the mother of a toddler should advise that childhood temper tantrums are best handled by
A. giving the child what he is asking for. B. scolding the child when he displays tantrum behaviors. C. spanking the child at the onset of the tantrum behaviors. D. ignoring the tantrum and giving attention when the child acts appropriately.