A patient with acute myelogenous leukemia is scheduled for a hematopoietic stem-cell transplant. The treatment goal for this patient would be
1. cure.
2. remission from the disease for at least 5 years.
3. prolong the chronic phase of the disease for at least 10 years.
4. shorten the acute phase of the disease.
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Rationale: For some disorders such as acute myelogenous leukemia, hematopoietic stem-cell transplant is the only potential curative option. The use of hematopoietic stem-cell transplantation will not place the patient in remission but will attempt to cure the disease. Acute myelogenous leukemia does not have the stages of chronic or acute.
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a. "I wish I knew for sure that I had all the facts about the treatment." b. "I thought through all the alternatives." c. "My son told me emphatically what he thought would be best for the family." d. "I am going to refuse to take the treatment because it will prolong life."
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A.Monitoring of the child's growth rate is needed since steroids may slow the growth rate. B.Flovent must be used twice daily to be effective in preventing asthma symptoms. C.Early-onset osteoporosis may occur because steroids affect bone metabolism. D.Increases in the Flovent dose will probably be needed as the child grows.
A patient develops a small sore on the sole of the left foot. The nurse notifies the physician and implements a standard care plan for impaired skin integrity. What action by the nurse would help evaluate the effectiveness of the plan?
a. Assess and document the wound condition daily. b. Monitor and record blood glucose levels daily. c. Assess the patient's understanding of preventive foot care. d. Observe the patient's ability to change the dressing.