A patient suffered multiple traumatic injuries and received many blood transfusions within a few days of the injuries. For which medical condition should the healthcare professional monitor the patient for?
a. High blood pressure
b. HIV infection
c. Hemosiderosis
d. Kidney damage
Ans: c. Hemosiderosis
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on hand. Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The teen is concerned about the ability to continue working at his after-school job and his participation on the basketball team. The nurse would instruct the patient about activity. Which of the following instructions would be most appropriate?
a. The prognosis for this disease is poor b. The teen will be in isolation until the fever resolves c. The teen will have a prolonged recovery and will be debilitated for many months in the future d. The return to usual activities is based on the teen's energy level, unless the spleen enlarges
After delivery, family members are encouraged to assist with care of the newborn.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)