A couple who both carry the sickle cell trait wish to have children. What does the healthcare professional tell them is the chance that each pregnancy will result in a child who has sickle cell disease (SCD)?
a. 20%
b. 25%
c. 33%
d. 50%
Answer: b. 25%
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A low red blood cell count can be associated with
a. Bacterial infection b. Recent hemorrhage c. Dehydration d. Recent viral infection
The nurse is assisting to prepare a nursing care plan for a patient with continuous IVs. The goal of IV therapy is to:
1. promote and maintain fluid and electrolyte balance. 2. promote drug blood levels when the patient is able to take liquid medication by mouth. 3. promote oxygen and carbon dioxide homeostasis. 4. balance plasma acidity levels.
The parent of an adolescent patient being evaluated for bulimia asks what diagnostic tests can be done. What is the nurse's best response?
A. "Bulimia is rarely diagnosed correctly." B. "You should ask the doctor about this." C. "Your child will need a psychiatric evaluation to determine the diagnosis." D. "There is no specific test that can determine bulimia."
Cocaine produces less intense effects when administered ________.
A. parenterally B. orally C. intravenously D. intranasally