When assessing an older adult for possible hematologic problems, the nurse should pay particular attention to which portions of the assessment? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected
Select all that apply. 1. General physical appearance
2. Laboratory parameters
3. Presence of risk factors
4. Presenting symptoms and chief complaint
5. History of bleeding problems
1,3,4,5
Rationale 1: General physical appearance conveys an impression of health status in patients of all ages.
Rationale 2: There is usually not much difference in the laboratory parameters of aging patients and younger patients.
Rationale 3: Assessment of risk factors is important in all ages, but aging may make some risk factors more significant.
Rationale 4: Presenting symptoms and chief complaint tell the nurse in the patient's own words what is wrong and alert the nurse to potential foci of current problems, for example, RBCs or WBCs.
Rationale 5: A history of bleeding problems provides clues as to possible current problems.
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