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Iron level in men   show
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show 65-165  
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RBC's in Men   show
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RBC's in Women   show
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Hgb levels in Men   show
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show 12-16  
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Reticulocytes in Men   show
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show .5-2.5  
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show 45-54  
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show 36-46  
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show 81-98  
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show low mcv, low mchc, low hgb, low hct, low serum iron, HIGH tibc  
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show HIGH mcv, low serum B12(<.1), low hct, low hgb, NORMAL mchc  
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Folic acid deficiency lab values   show
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show 32-36  
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show 150,000-400,000  
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show 11-15 sec  
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show 60-70 sec  
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APTT normal value   show
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Fibrinogen normal value   show
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show <400-500  
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show a. Vitamin B12 is only absorbed in the stomach  
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A patient is diagnosed with thrombocytopenia. The nurse should explain to the patient that with this condition, there could be:   show
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show a. Lack of production of RBC’s  
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A patient reports symptoms of fatigue and pica. Laboratory findings reveal a low serum iron level and a low ferritin level. Upon evaluation of this assessment and laboratory data, the nurse suspects that the patient will be diagnosed with:   show
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A physican prescribes one tablet of ferrous sulfate daily experiences heavy menstral cycles. The nurse advises the patient and her mother that this over the counter medication must be taken for how long for iron replenishment to occu   show
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show a. Cellular blockage in small vessels b. Decreased organ perfusion c. Tissue ischemia d. All of the above  
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show _X__ Fever _X__Ecchymosis and/or petichiea _X__Infection _X__Dehydration _X___Confusion _X___Bone pain  
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Vitamin B12 deficiency develops when your body is   show
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Vitamin B12 deficiency can be caused by   show
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Sometimes vitamin B12 deficiency occurs in strict vegetarians and people who eat less   show
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show do not make enough acidic gastric juice to release the B12 from the food you eat. This is known as achlorhydria  
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Folate deficiency is often caused by an unbalanced diet that does not include   show
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Other common causes of folate deficiency are   show
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With folate and vitamin B12 deficiency, anemia often causes symptoms such as   show
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show weakness, poor coordination, and numbness or a “pins and needles” feeling in the hands and feet. Mild irritability and forgetfulness are other early signs  
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show the nerves, spinal cord, and brain  
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show 18 to 160 mg/dl  
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show means the mass of the RBCs is low.  
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show the heme, or oxygen-carrying capacity of the RBC, is low  
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MCV: Normal 82 to 98 cmm. A value of 31.6 cmm means   show
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RDW: Normal 11.5% to 14.5 %. RDW refl ects the size of the individual RBCs compared to one another. A value of 15.6% means   show
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show iron defi ciency.  
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Ferritin: Normal 18 to 160 mg/dl. Ferritin is more specifi c and sensitive than the iron level. A low level indicates   show
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Anemia is a deficiency in   show
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show Impaired production of erythrocytes (Hypoproliferative) ↑ Destruction of erythrocytes (Hemolytic) Blood Loss (acute or chronic  
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Hemoglobin (Hgb) levels are used to determine the severity of anemia   show
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Elderly Decreased marrow response suppressed from medications Highly susceptible to anemia's   show
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show Pallor ↓ hemoglobin ↓ blood flow to the skin  
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anemia jaundice   show
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show ↑ serum and skin bile salt concentrations  
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show Genetic Viral pathogens Radiation damage Chemical exposure  
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show suddenly  
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acute Leukocyte development is halted causing a   show
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show several months to years  
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show slowly and can extend over years  
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show Monocytes Granulocytes Erythrocytes Platelets  
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AML is   show
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show 60  
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AML Clinical manifestations   show
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show Complete Blood Count (CBC) ↓ erythrocytes ↓ Platelets Bone marrow analysis ↑ immature blast cells  
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AML COMPLICATIONS   show
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AML Goal is to   show
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AML treatment is   show
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Induction therapy   show
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AML supportive care   show
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Tumor Lysis Syndrome   show
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AML complication of treatment   show
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show Anorexia Nausea/Vomiting Mucositis  
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Chronic Myeloid Leukemia is...   show
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CML Uncommon in people under   show
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show Asymptomatic Increased leukocyte count Shortness of breath Confusion Splenomegaly (Painful) Hepatomegaly Malaise Anorexia  
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show Chronic Stage Gleevevc (imatinib mesylate) Injectable chemotherapeutic agents Roferon A (interferon alfa)  
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show Induction therapy Consolidation  
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show Ensure the patient understands that there is an increased bleeding risk associated with chemotherapy due to decreased platelets. Explain patient’s immune system is altered while receiving chemotherapy. Patients are also vulnerable to uric acid, phosph  
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ALL is--------   show
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show Most common in young children Boys  
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All''''   show
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show Menigeal involvement Liver Spleen Bone marrow pain Headache Vomiting  
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show Expected outcome is complete remission Induction Therapy Corticosteroids Vinc Alkaloiods Chemotherap  
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show Malignant B lymphocytes, most of which are mature may escape apoptosis (programmed cellular death) resulting in excessive accumulation of cells in marrow and circulation  
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CLL is---------   show
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CLL clinical manifestations   show
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More CLL clinical manifestations   show
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CLL B symptoms include   show
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show Lymphadenopathy Hepatomegalgy/Splenomegaly Anemia Thrombocytopenia Autoimmune complications Destruction of RBC and platelets  
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show no treatment/ most often initiated in the later stage  
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show Risk for infection Risk for bleeding Risk for impaired skin integrity r/t toxic effects of chemotherapy, alteration in nutrition and impaired mobility Impaired gas exchange Acute pain Grieving Deficient knowledge  
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show Avoid aspirin and aspirin-containing medications or other medications known to inhibit platelet function, if possible. Do not give intramuscular injections. Avoid indwelling catheters if at all possible. Take no rectal temperatures; do not give supposi  
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show Use stool softeners, oral laxatives contraceptives Use smallest possible needles when performing venipuncture. Apply pressure to venipuncture sites for 5 minutes or until bleeding has stopped.  
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CLL manage bleeding by:   show
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show Consider using toothettes for mouth care if platelet count is <10,000/mm3, or if gums bleed. Lubricate lips with water-soluble lubricant every 2 hours while awake  
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show Avoid suctioning if at all possible; if unavoidable, use only gentle suctioning. Discourage vigorous coughing or blowing of the nose.  
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show Use only electric razor for shaving. Pad side rails as needed. Prevent falls by ambulating with patient as necessary  
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More CLL preventions   show
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show Nutritional supplements Daily body weight with I and O is useful in monitoring fluid status Both calorie counts and more formal nutritional assessments are useful. Parenteral nutrition is often required to maintain adequate nutrition  
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show Acetaminophen is typically given to decrease fever, but it does so by increasing diaphoresis  
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show Sponging with cool water may be useful, but cold water or ice packs should be avoided because the heat cannot dissipate from constricted blood vessel  
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CLL sheets and massage   show
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show Physical activity is necessary to prevent physical deconditioning Wear HEPA mask Stationary bike Chair Physical Therapy  
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show Febrile episodes, bleeding, and inadequate or overly aggressive fluid replacement can alter the patient's fluid status and persistent diarrhea, vomiting, and long-term use of certain antimicrobial agents can cause significant deficits in electrolytes  
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show Assess for dehydration, fluid overload, with particular attention to pulmonary status and the development of dependent edema.test results, particularly electrolytes, blood urea nitrogen, creatinine, hct Replace electrolytes,particularly potassium, magnesi  
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show Additional attempts by the heart and lungs to provide adequate O2 to the tissues Cardiac output maintained by ↑ the heart rate and stroke volume Complications MI CHF/Cardiomegaly  
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what happens in the GI during anemia   show
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what happens nueromuscular in anemia   show
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what are some nursing diagnos for anemia   show
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nursing goals for anemia   show
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facts on iron oral meds   show
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facts on iron liquid meds   show
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show iron, vitamin B12, or folate deficiency, decreased erythropoietin production, cancer  
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Hemolytic: excess destruction of RBCs Due to   show
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3 alterations in Erythropioesis that ↓ RBC production   show
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show Pre-menopausal women Pregnant women Persons from low socioeconomic backgrounds Older adults Individuals experiencing blood loss  
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show Bleeding  
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show Pallor  
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Lab values for iron def. anemia?   show
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positioning for bone marrrow aspiration/biopsy   show
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show Skin is anesthetized a sharp brief pain is experienced during the actual aspiration from the bone Biopsy – if aspiration is done, will use a different location A small incision is made put the needle to core out the bone May feel pressure not pain  
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show iliac crest or sternum  
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show Apply pressure to the site for several minutes Cover with a sterile dressing Monitor for complications which include bleeding and infection Warm tub baths and mild analgesics may be used Avoid ASA  
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show Diet teaching Supplemental iron Discuss diagnostic studies Iron therapy for 6-12 months after the hemoglobin levels return to normal (sometimes lifelong)  
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megoblastic anemia is caused by   show
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show Large erythrocytes Abnormal ↑ in the number of cells (Hyperplasia) Pancytopenia (↓leukocytes and platelets) Increased MCV due to large erythrocytes (110um3) Majority of deficiencies from Folic Acid and Vitamin B  
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show no, there is Absence of IF  
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show Protein secreted by the parietal cells of the gastric mucosa (needs acidic environment) GI surgery Long-term users of H2-histamine receptor blockers  
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show Cobalamin  
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pernicious anemia is caused by?   show
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show General symptoms of anemia Gradual onset Glossitis Gastrointestinal Anorexia Nausea Vomiting Abdominal pain  
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show Weakness Paresthesias of the feet and hands ↓ Vibratory and position senses Ataxia Muscle weakness Impaired thought process  
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show Schillings Test  
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Schillings Test info   show
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what is IF   show
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show DNA synthesis  
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show 4 months  
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show Folic Acid Deficiency  
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show Poor nutrition Malabsorption syndromes Drugs Alcohol abuse and anorexia Lost during hemodialysis  
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show Clinical manifestations are similar to those of Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) deficiency Insidious onset Absence of neurologic problems Treated by replacement therapy Encourage patient to eat foods with large amounts of folic acid  
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show Fortified soy milk Folic Acid is found in green leafy vegetables  
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medication for Folic Acid deficiency are?   show
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Skin assessment for Folic acid def. is?   show
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Nutritional counseling for folic acid def. related to eating with   show
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for walking watch their?   show
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Aplastic anemia definition   show
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in aplastic anemia, T lymphocytes attack   show
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in aplastic anemia, Bone Marrow is replaced with   show
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fat cells in bone marrow?   show
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aplastic anemia Acquired Idiopathic--------   show
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aplastic anemia can be genetic due to   show
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clinical maifestation of aplastic anemia   show
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show Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) Peripheral Blood Stem Cell Transplant (PBSCT) Immunosuppressant Therapy Supportive Therapy Packed Red Blood Cells (PRBC’s) Palettes  
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Your blood is made of   show
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In a bone marrow transplant, you will receive   show
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show is the soft, fatty tissue inside your bones. Stem cells are immature cells in the bone marrow that give rise to all of your blood cells  
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show Autologous Allogeneic Umbilical cord blood transplant  
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show Monitor patient for Pain, Chills, Fever, Hives, Chest pain, Drop in blood pressure, Shortness of breath, Nausea, Flushing, Headache, and Funny taste in the mouth  
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complications of a bone marrow transplant   show
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show Decreased production Increased destruction Seen with chemotherapy Diagnosied with CBC  
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medical management for neutropenia   show
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show Hygiene Hand Body Oral Private room Care for Neutropenic patients first (if possible) Ensure adequate cleaning of the room  
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neutropenic precautions   show
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show Oral Care Preventing Infections Self-care Nutrition Photosensitivity Monitoring for potential problems  
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what is Graft-versus-host disease (GVHD   show
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show Erythrocytes have a shortened life span ↓ the number present in circulation and O2 levels (related to diminished availability of erythrocyte precursors)  
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show ↑ production of erythropoietin from the kidneys to produce more erythrocytes Erythrocytes are released prematurely as reticulocyte  
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Causes of hemolytic anemia   show
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show Cardiac Hemoglobin 7-10 g/dl Tachycardia Gastrointestinal Jaundice Enlarged liver/spleen ↑ facial bone size (widening medullary spaces)  
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show Heart Failure Infection Pneumonia Acute Chest Syndrome Pulmonary Hypertension Osteomylitis (infection of the bone) Renal Failure  
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show Signs & Symptoms Pain Swelling Fever Cold/Chills  
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medical management of sickle cell crisis   show
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what should a nurse do for sickle cell crisis   show
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show Result of sudden hemorrhage Trauma Complications of surgery Disruption vascular integrity  
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show Laboratory data do not adequately assess RBC problems for 2-3 days Patient H&P and physical assessment  
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complications of blood loss anemia   show
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show Identifying the source of the hemorrhage Stopping blood loss Replacing blood volume to prevent shock Correcting RBC loss  
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show Administration of Blood Products PRBC’s Platelets Plasma  
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show Neoplasm of lymph origin Start in lymph nodes but can involve lymphoid tissue in the spleen, GI tract, liver or bone marrow Lymphocytes undergo malignant changes and produce tumors  
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what is hodgkins   show
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what happens to lymphnodes in hodgkins   show
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show Type A (no symptoms) Type B (symptoms include fatigue, weight loss 10%, fever w/o chills, and night sweats  
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what are the type B symptoms?   show
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diagnostic findings in hodgknis   show
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show Chest x-ray Computed tomography (CT) scans of the head and neck, chest, abdomen, and pelvis Positron emission tomography (PET) of the entire body  
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1 stage of hodgkins   show
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show Stage II – involves two or more lymph node regions on the same side of the diaphragm  
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show Stage III – involves several lymph node regions on both sides of the diaphragm  
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4th stage of hodgkins   show
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show Preferable for early disease staging. May be used after aggressive chemotherapy for more advanced disease staging. Used for bulky disease types  
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show Used in advanced stages or with reoccurrence of Hodgkin’s Standard ABVD (adriamycin, bleomycin, vinblastine, dacarbazine) regimen is used.  
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show ABVD may cause infertility Sperm abnormalities and birth defects,pregnancy prevention and sperm bank discussed.Chemo radiation increaserisk of another secondary malignancy Breast CA in women treated before 30 Most common 2nd malignancy is lung cancer  
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NHL definition   show
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NHL causes   show
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show Lymphadenopathy - Most common Indolent (less aggressive) NHL– Early Stages Asymptomatic Aggressive NHL “ B-Symptoms” Fever Night sweats Unintentional weight loss Bone pain Anemia  
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show Computed tomography (CT) scans of the head and neck, chest, abdomen, and pelvis Positron emission tomography (PET) of the entire body. Bone Marrow Biopsy Bence-Jones protein (urine  
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what protein can be found in the urine in NHL   show
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show reed-sternberg cell  
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show Fatigue Mylosuppression Nausea Hair loss Infection  
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show YES  
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show radiation  
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show - Both CHOP (cyclophosphamide, hydroxydaunomycin, oncovin, and prednisone) chemo-therapy offers 40% cure rate; CHOP-R (rituximab added) chemotherapy offers 60% cure rate; or radiation/ chemotherapy combination  
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