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RRC Maintenance - Anemias

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show any condition altering or reducing the body's ability to transport O2  
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causes of anemia   show
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iron-deficiency anemia   show
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causes of iron-deficiency anemia   show
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pernicious anemia   show
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show autoimmune, celiac disease, gastrectomy, radiation therapy of gastric tissue, meds  
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causes of folate deficiency anemia   show
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show characterized by RBC destruction where the body compensates significantly for RBC destruction by increasing marrow production, but when demand outstrips supply, the result is hemolytic anemia  
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show may be hereditary, toxins, impaired immune response, mechanical hemolysis  
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show secondary to decreased or absent hemotopoiesis in bone marrow as a result of injury or death to hemocytoblasts...affects production of RBC, WBC and platelets  
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causes of aplastic anemia   show
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show affects the ability of O2 to bind to RBC as result of "sickle"-shaped structure of RBC  
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sickle cell crisis   show
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polycythemia vera   show
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idiopathic thrombocytopenia   show
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show hereditary clotting disorder (x-linked) that results in a breach in the clotting cascade resulting in the inability to form a stable fibrin clot at site of injury  
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major complication of hemophilia   show
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s+sx of iron deficiency anemia   show
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show lassitude, pallour, tachycardia, dyspnea, angina, glossitis, anorexia, dyspepsia, diarrhea, constipation, peripheral paresthesia, loss of proprioception  
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show develops gradually -> fatigue, dyspnea, susceptibility to infection, febrile, predisposition to bleeding  
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show pallour, lassitude, weakness, jaundice r/t RBC hemolysis, cholecystitis, increases in erythropoiesis creates an enlarged marrow space (ie: frontal skull bone), systemic organ damage, pain r/t tissue ischemia  
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show pounding headaches, tinnitis, vertigo, vision difficulties, intermittent claudication, angina, thrombophlebitis, generalized phlebitis r/t increased # of basophils, hepato/splenomegaly, peptic ulcer pain, plethora, hyperurecemia  
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s+sx of ITP   show
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show ranges from excessive bleeding from minor cuts to spontaneous internal hemorrhages  
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intervention for Fe-deficient anemia   show
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show vitamin c increases absorption of iron  
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teaching about iron supplements   show
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heme iron sources   show
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show spinach, dark green leafy veggies, beans  
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show it is destroyed by gastric chemicals  
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What food should you teach your clients that are high in folate?   show
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What is the treatment for aplastic anemia in those younger than 45 years?   show
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show to treat hypoxemia and control sickling  
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What is a phlebotomy? What type anemia is it used to treat?   show
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What do you need to assess for after a phlebotomy?   show
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show plan care to alternate periods of rest and activity adn limiting visitors, phone calls, noise and interruption from hospital staff  
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What can the nurse do to promote adequate nutrition in those with anemia?   show
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interventions for those at risk for bleeding?   show
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Why should someone with polycythemia vera increase their fluid intake?   show
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For individuals at risk for bleeding, what should be assessed?   show
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show application of cold compresses, gentle direct pressure and elevation/rest of affected part....seek medical attention promptly  
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