When caring for the client with a history of pica the nurse assesses the client for signs of chronic iron deficiency anemia. These may include:
A)
chelosis.
B)
clubbing of the fingernails.
C)
petechiae.
D)
jaundice.
A
Explanation:
A)
Chelosis, cracks at the corner of the mouth, are indicative of chronic iron deficiency anemia. Clubbing of the fingers is seen with chronic hypoxemia. Petechiae may be seen with platelet disorders, and jaundice may be seen with aplastic anemia. Application
Assessment
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
B)
Chelosis, cracks at the corner of the mouth, are indicative of chronic iron deficiency anemia. Clubbing of the fingers is seen with chronic hypoxemia. Petechiae may be seen with platelet disorders, and jaundice may be seen with aplastic anemia. Application
Assessment
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
C)
Chelosis, cracks at the corner of the mouth, are indicative of chronic iron deficiency anemia. Clubbing of the fingers is seen with chronic hypoxemia. Petechiae may be seen with platelet disorders, and jaundice may be seen with aplastic anemia. Application
Assessment
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
D)
Chelosis, cracks at the corner of the mouth, are indicative of chronic iron deficiency anemia. Clubbing of the fingers is seen with chronic hypoxemia. Petechiae may be seen with platelet disorders, and jaundice may be seen with aplastic anemia. Application
Assessment
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
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