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68WM6 Phase 2 test 14 blood, lymph, & immune

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anemia   Blood disorder characterized by red blood cell, hemoglobin, and hematocrit levels below normal range  
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aplasia   (Aplastic Anemia) failure of the normal process of cell generation and development  
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Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation   Acquired hemorrhage syndrome of clotting, cascade overstimulation, and anti-clotting processes  
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Erythrocytosis   abnormal increase in the number of circulating red blood cells  
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Hemarthrosis   bleeding into a joint space  
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Hemophilia A   hereditary coagulation disorder; caused by lack of antihemophilic factor VIII, which is needed to convert prothrombin into thrombin through thromboplastin component  
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Heterozygous   having two different genes  
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Homozygous   having two identical genes inherited from each parent for a given hereditary characteristic  
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Idiopathic   cause unknown  
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Leukemia   malignant disorder of the hematopoietic system in which an excess of leukocytes accumulates in the bone marrow and lymph nodes  
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Lymphangitis   inflammation of one or more lymphatic vessels or channels that usually results from an acute streptococcal or staphylococcal infection in an extremity  
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Lymphedema   primary or secondary disorder characterized by the accumulation of lymph fluid in soft tissue, resulting in edema  
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Multiple Myeloma   malignant neoplastic immunodeficiency disease of the bone marrow  
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Myeloproliferative   excessive bone marrow production  
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Pancytopenic   deficient condition of all three major blood elements (red cells, white cells and platelets) results from bone marrow being reduced or absent  
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Pernicious   capable of causing great injury or destruction; deadly fatal  
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Reed-Sternberg cell   Atypical histiocytes; large abnormal, multinucleated cells in the lymphatic system, found in Hodgkin’s disease  
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Thrombocytopenia   An abnormal hematologic condition in which the number of platelets is reduced to fewer than 100,000/mm3  
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make up 70% of WBC. The initial responder to any invasion   Neutrophils  
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key in the inflammatory response   Basophils  
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key in allergic responses   Eosinophils  
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Monocytes   phagocytes that circulate in the blood stream and work similarly to neutrophils  
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Macrophages   mature monocytes that live in tissue (i.e., alveolar macrophages in the lung and Kupffer cells in the liver  
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Lymphocytes   T cells and B cells that directly kill invaders and produce antibodies, respectively. (Lymphoid cells)  
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what is the function of the Lymphatic system?   Maintain fluid balance Produce (mature) lymphocytes WBC produced in the bone marrow but matured in lymph tissue Absorption and transportation of lipids from the intestine to the stream  
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lymph tissues   Lymph nodes Tonsils Spleen Thymus  
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where is the spleen located?   Located in left upper quadrant, just below the diaphragm  
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what is the function of the spleen?   Stores approximately 500ml Matures lymphocytes, monocytes and plasma cells (B cells) Destroys worn out RBCs Removes bacteria by phagocytosis (macrophages) Produce RBCs before birth  
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where is the Thymus located?   Located between the lungs in the mediastinum  
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what is a function of the Thymus?   to develop the immune system, matures T cells  
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Measurements of the size and hemoglobin content of erythrocytes. These include   Mean corpuscular volume (MCV) Mean corpuscular hemoglobin (MCH) Mean corpuscular hemoglobin concentration (MCHC)  
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The average amount of (weight) hemoglobin within an RBC   Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin (MCH  
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The average concentration or he percentage of hemoglobin within an RBC   Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration (MCHC  
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Often accompanies the differential WBC count and permits examination of the size, shape, and structure of individual RBCs, WBCs and platelets   Peripheral Smear  
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Most informative of all hematologic tests   Peripheral Smear  
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Adaptive Immunity   provides a specific reaction to each invading antigen and has the unique ability to remember the antigen that caused the attack  
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Allergen   a substance that can produce a hypersensitive reaction in the body  
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Antigen   a substance recognized by the body as foreign that can trigger an immune response  
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Attenuated   the process of weakening the degree of virulence of a disease organism  
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Autoimmune   pertains to the development of an immune response to one's own tissue  
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Autologous   something that has it's origin within an individual  
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the mechanism of acquired immunity characterized by the dominant role of small T cells   Cellular immunity  
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one of the two forms of immunity that responds to antigens; it is mediated by B cells   Humoral immunity  
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an abnormal condition characterized by an excessive reaction to a particular stimulus   Hypersensitivity  
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Immunity   the quality of being insusceptible to or unaffected by a particular disease or condition  
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Immunization   a process by which resistance to an infectious disease is induced or increased  
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Immunocompetence   the ability of an immune system to mobilize and deploy its antibodies and other responses to stimulation by an antigen  
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Immunodeficiency   an abnormal condition of the immune system in which cellular or humoral immunity is inadequate and resistance to infection is decreased  
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Immunogen   any agent or substance capable of provoking an immune response or producing immunity  
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Immunology   the study of the immune system  
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Immunosuppressive   the administration of agents that significantly interfere with the ability of the immune system to respond to antigenic stimulation by inhibiting cellular and humoral immunity  
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Immunotherapy   a special treatment of allergic responses; involves the administration of increasingly larger doses of the offending allergens to gradually develop immunity  
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Innate immunity   the body's first line of defense; provides physical and chemical barriers to invading pathogens and protects the body against the external environment  
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Lymphokine   one of the chemical factors produced and released by T cells that attract macrophages to the site of infection or inflammation and prepare them for attack  
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Plasmapheresis   removal of plasma that contains components causing or thought to cause disease  
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Proliferation   reproduction or multiplication of similar forms  
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three functions of the Immune system   protect the body against invaders, maintain homeostasis, surveillance network for recognizing and guarding against the development and growth of abnormal cells  
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natural immunity includes   Composed of skin and mucous membranes, cilia, stomach acid, tears, saliva, sebaceous glands and secretions and flora of the intestine and vagina  
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what is the body's 2nd line of defense?   acquired/adapted immunity - Composed of highly specialized cells and tissues, including the thymus, spleen, bone marrow, blood, and lymph  
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Provides specific immunity Results from production of antibodies in the cells Natural - after infection   acquired/adapted immunity  
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Unique ability to remember the antigen that caused attack and Consists of humoral immunity and cellular immunity   acquired/adapted immunity  
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an acquired condition that impairs the body's ability to fight disease; it is the end stage of a continuum of HIV infection   AIDS  
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CD4+Lymphocyte   these cells play a pivotal role in the ability of the immune system to recognize and defend against foreign invaders  
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Enzyme-Linked Immunoabsorbent Assay (ELISA   - a rapid enzyme immunochemical assay method to detect certain bacterial antigens and antibodies; the first test for HIV/AIDS  
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is a broad diagnostic terms that includes the pathology and clinical illness caused by HIV infection   HIV disease  
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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)   a retrovirus that causes HIV infection and HIV disease  
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HIV infection   the state in which HIV enters the body under favorable conditions and multiplies, producing injurious effects  
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a rare cancer of the skin and mucous membranes characterized by blue red or purple raised lesions   Kaposi's sarcoma  
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Pneumocystis Carinii Pneumonia (PCP)   an unusual pulmonary disease caused by a fungus and primarily associated with people who have suppressed immune systems  
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a virus that carries its genetic material in RNA rather than DNA, and it replicates by converting RNA into DNA   Retrovirus  
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Seroconversion   a person is said to have seroconverted when there is development of a detectable level of HIV antibodies found in the blood  
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Seronegative   means there is not a detectable level of HIV antibodies found in the blood  
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Vertical transmission   can occur during pregnancy, delivery or through postpartum breastfeeding  
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amount of measurable HIV virions   Viral Load  
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Western Blot-   Technique for analyzing small amounts of antibodies; the 2nd test for HIV/AIDS  
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Define the difference between HIV an AIDS   AIDS is defined as an acquired condition that impairs the body's ability to fight disease. It is the end stage of a continuum of HIV infection  
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Found worldwide but more prevalent in the US and Europe   HIV 1  
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HIV 2   Is prevalent in Western Africa and countries with historical and commercial ties to that region. It appears to be less virulent  
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Seroconversion takes place ___ days to ___ months after exposure, generally within one to three weeks. Process is accompanied by flu like or mononucleosis-like syndromes   5 ; 3  
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s/s of HIV/AIDS   mononucleosis or flu like symptoms. Some patients may experience vague symptoms indicative of a viral infection  
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is the median time between HIV infection and the development of end-stage HIV disease or AIDS in an untreated individual is anywhere from 10 to 14 years   Symptomatic infection, Early infection;  
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A physical exam may reveal persistent generalized lymphadenopathy (PGL); recurrent or localized infections; and neurological manifestations, such as numbness and tingling or weakness in the extremities   This phase is called AIDS-related complex  
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what are some ways that HIV is spread?   sexual practices, IV drug use/sharing needles, infected blood, vaginal secretions, breast milk  
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HIV is NOT transmitted by:   Hugging, dry kissing, shaking hands, food utensils, animals, insects, cough, sneezing  
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The three most common modes of transmission are:   Anal or vaginal intercourse Using contaminated drug-injecting equipment Transmission from mother to child  
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s/s of HIV Disease....   Persistent unexplained fever, night sweets, weight loss, fatigue, and lymphadenopathy: S&S may not occur until 10-14 years after initial infection  
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How long does it take after exposure to detect HIV antibodies?   1-12 weeks; detected with ELSA or Western Blot  
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Blood and plasma: CD4+ count _____ as disease progresses   decreases  
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Gastrointestinal System manifestations r/t HIV   Watery diarrhea, abdominal pain, weight loss, nausea, stomatitis, esophagitis, gastritis, yellow patches in the GI tract  
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Neurologic System manifestations r/t HIV   Cognitive dysfunction, motor impairment, decreased LOC, hemiparesis, mental and motor declines with progressive miltifocal leukoencephalopathy  
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what are the 4 steps of hemostasis   vessel spasm, platelet plug, clotting cascade, fibrinolysis  
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describe vessel spasm   contraction of blood vessel immediately after damage to control the loss of blood  
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describe platelet plug   platelets become activated, controls loss if vessel break is small  
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general description of clotting cascade   damage-prothrombin~thrombin~fibrinogen~fibrin =meshes w/ platelet plug/entraps RBCs&WBCs = serum released and clot is stable  
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describe fibrinolysis   process which breaks down a clot. Plasmin dissolves fibrin & dissolves the clot  
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Condition in which a component that is necessary to control bleeding is missing or inadequate   Coagulopathies  
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three examples of coagulopathies   thrombocytopenia, hemophilia, DIC(Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation)  
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Platelet disorder exhibiting a deficiency of the number of circulating platelets or change in the function of platelets   Thrombocytopenia  
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what are three causes of thrombocytopenia   aplastic anemia, leukemia, tumors and chemotherapy  
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Platelet sequestration can occur in the ____   spleen  
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Most common cause for platelet destruction is   thrombocytopenia purpura  
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Significant bleeding can occur with platelet count of _____   < 20,000/mm3  
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Spontaneous bleeding can occur with platelet count of____   < 5,000/mm3  
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what are some examples of subjective info r/t Thrombocytopenia   Recent viral infection Current use of medications Extent of alcohol ingestion History of bleeding tendencies  
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objective examples r/t Thrombocytopenia   Melena, hematuria  Petechiae and ecchymosis  Epistaxis and gingival bleeding  Signs of increased intracranial pressure caused by cerebral hemorrhage Any bleeding tendencies  
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diagnostic tests r/t Thrombocytopenia   Complete blood count- shows decreased platelets  Peripheral blood smear- to identify abnormalities in all cell lines Bleeding time  Bone marrow aspiration  
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examples of medical tx r/t thrombocytopenia   Corticosteroid therapy, Intravenous gamma globulin or immunosuppressive drugs Transfusion of platelets, Plasmapheresis Splenectomy  
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what is one unique nursing intervention r/t thrombocytopenia that we should teach pts to avoid?   Avoiding trauma (avoid sports with high risk of injury  
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recommended diet r/t thrombocytopenia   use of stool softners & high fiber diet  
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Hemophilia B (Christmas Disease) is caused by a deficiency of factor   IX  
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Hemophilia A is the most common type (85% of cases)- Antihemophilic factor ___ is absent   VIII  
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A decrease in the formation of prothrombin activators occurs as a result of decreased clotting factors   hemophilia  
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there are several clinical manifestations r/t hemophilia.....ready GO!   Internal or external hemorrhage with large ecchymosis into tissues Muscles show deformity and joints become ankylosed (immobile)  Hemarthrosis- ankles, knees, and elbows   Pain, erythema and fever with hemarthrosis  
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Hemarthrosis   bleeding into the joints  
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diagnostic tests r/t hemophilia   serum blood tests, PT, INR, PTT, Hgb, Hct  
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medical tx r/t hemophilia   minimize bleeding, relieve pain, transfusion, admin factor VIII & IX  
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Teach/assess understanding of emergency care  r/t hemophilia   Immobilize/Pressure  Ice  Contract physician  Obtain medical alert tag and wear constantly  
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AGRANULOCYTOSIS   A severe reduction in the number of granulocytes (basophils, eosinophils, and neutrophils  
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common causes of agranulocytosis   Adverse medication reaction or toxicity Neoplastic disease Chemotherapy and radiation therapy Viral and bacterial infections Heredity  
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clinical manifestations of agranulocytosis   fever, chills, headache, fatigue, ulcerations of the mucous membranes, bronchial pneumonia and urinary tract infections in later stages  
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objective findings during an assessment r/t agranulocytosis   Fever over 100.6 F Erythema and pain from ulcerations Crackles and rhonchi due to exudates  
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diagnostic tests r/t agranulocytosis   WBC w/differential- decreased WBC Bone marrow biopsy – suppressed activity Cultures to identify possible infective organism  
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neutropenic diet - avoid what?   fresh fruits and veges, uncooked items, flowers, plants, bugs... UNCOOKED items.  
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name ways to protect against infection r/t agranulocytosis   Monitor pt closely Handwashing and strict asepsis Observe for s/s of infection Enforce neutropenic precautions Prevent infected visitors from contact w/pt Monitor mucous membranes for ulcerations  
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A malignant disorder of the hematopoietic system in which an EXCESS of leukocytes accumulates in the bone marrow and lymph nodes   Leukemia  
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r/t leukemia, cells infiltrate   lymph nodes, spleen, and liver and cause damage  
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3 things that leukemia is attributed to   genetics, viruses, exposure to radiation / chemotherapeutic agents  
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clinical manifestations of Leukemia   anemia, thrombocytopenia, Leukopenia, enlarged lymph nodes and painless splenomegaly may be first sign  
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diagnostic tests r/t Leukemia   CBC, bone marrow biopsy, CXR, peripheral smear, CT/Lumbar puncture  
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subjective assessment findings r/t Leukemia   Pain in bones or joints Fatigue, malaise, and irritability Bleeding abnormalities  
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objecive assessment findings r/t Leukemia   Infection Occult blood in stools and urine Petechiae, ecchymoses, bleeding of mucous CBC  
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what are three types of Drugs that could be used r/t Leukemia   Chlorambucil, Hydroxyurea, Corticosteroids  
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tx r/t Leukemia is aimed at eradicating the Leukemia w/ ______ and ______   chemotherapy and bone marrow transplant  
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Nursing interventions r/t Leukemia   Prevent infection, NEUTROPENIC PRECAUTIONS, avoid infectious agents, observe for s/s of infections, monitor graft vs host complications  
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r/t Leukemia, name pt teaching topics   S/S of infection Avoiding infected persons Contact physician for s/s of infection Medication/dietary All procedures and interventions to patient and family  
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these meds are used to tx Leukemia and can significantly increase survival rate   vincristine/prednisone and daunorubicin or doxorubicin  
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ALL   Acute lymphocytic leukemia  
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Malignant neoplastic immunodeficiency disease of the bone marrow   MULTIPLE MYELOMA  
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bone pain increasing with movement; ribs, spine, & pelvis is r/t ??   multiple myeloma  
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clinical manifestations of multiple myeloma   bone destruction, pathological fractures, panytopenia, hypercalcemia, bence jones protein  
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objective assessment findings r/t multiple myeloma   expression of pain, able to form ADLs, fever, s/s of infection esp resp & urinary, monitor for bleeding  
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diagnostics r/t multiple myeloma   CBC, radiography, bone marrow biopsy(large amount of immature plasma), blood and urine(monoclonal protein is marker) Protein electrophoresis (bence jones protein)  
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medical management r/t multiple myeloma   Treatment is symptomatic; disease is incurable Radiation and chemotherapy Antineoplastic drugs Monitor CBC Treat hypercalcemia and pain  
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diet r/t a pt with d/o of Leukocytes or Plasma   depressed WBC production, Maintain neutropenic precautions/clean patient environment, Monitor CBC and report abnomal values, Administer antibiotics, as ordered  
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diet r/t Disorders of Leukocytes or Plasma   Provide high protien, high calorie, high vitamin diet  
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Inflammation of one or more lymphatic vessels or channels caused by an acute streptococcal or staphylococcal infection in an extremity   LYMPHANGITIS  
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Fine red streaks from the affected area in the groin or axilla Usually not localized, and edema is diffuse Chills, fever, and local pain accompany headache and myalgia   clinical manifestations of lymphangitis  
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how would you medically manage lymphangitis?   penicillin or other antimicrobial drugs to control infection, hot / moist heat-soaks or packs for comfort, elevate extremity  
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Primary or secondary disorder characterized by the accumulation of lymph in soft tissue and edema   lymphedema  
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causes for lymphedema   obstruction, removal of the lymph channels and nodes, hereditary, disturbed lymphy drainage  
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someone w/ lymphedema may complain of   pain & pressure, medical hx of varicosities, pregnancy, or modified radical mastectomy is impt  
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______ is used to differentiate lymphedema from venous disorder   lymphangiography  
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what type of diet would you expect r/t managing lymphedema?   limit Na+ & avoid spicy foods which trigger thirst  
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nursing interventions r/t lymphatic drainage   elevate extremeties while sleeping and periodically during day, massage toward trunk, avoid constrictive clothing  
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T/F: There is a cure for lymphedema.   False. No cure just manage symptoms  
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More common in men older than 60 years of age, whites and those of Jewish ancestry   MALIGNANT LYMPHOMA  
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r/t malignant lymphoma, Tumors usually start in lymph nodes and spread to lymphoid tissue in the:   spleen, liver, GI tract, and bone marrow  
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s/s of malignant lymphoma   Painless lymphadenopathy in the cervical area Fever Weight loss Anemia Pruritus,GI malabsorption Bone lesions, bone fractures  
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diagnostic tests r/t malignant lyphoma   bone scan, CBC(increased RBCs, WBCs, platelets, ESR and anemia), chem 10, Coomb's test(+ result for antiglobulin),  
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what is crucial to determine the tx regimen r/t malignant lyphoma?   accurate staging  
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types of tx r/t malignant lyphoma   Chemotherapy and radiation. Immunotherapy with monoclonal antibodies Bone marrow transplant  
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pt teaching r/t malignant lymphoma   Frequently reassess knowledge Explanations of the extensive diagnostic workup and its importance of staging the disease for determining the treatment plan are an important focus of patient teaching during the diagnostic period  
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Chemotherapy agents used are   cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan) vincristine (Oncovin) Prednisone doxorubicin (Adriamycin) Bleomycin methotrexate  
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where is radiation commonly given r/t lymphomas tx   Commonly receive radiation to the chest wall, mediastinum, axillae, and neck  
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MONOCLONAL ANTIBODY THERAPY- RITUXIMAB (RITUXAN) is what?   Immunotherapy to eliminate malignant cells and induce remission Human cancer cells are injected into laboratory mice  
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T/F: Autologous grafts have a higher incidence of recurrence than allogenic   True  
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List three treatments of lymphomas   radiation, monoclonal antibody therapy, bone marrow transplant  
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Malignant disorder characterized by painless, progressive enlargement of lymphoid tissue Affects males twice as frequently as females   HODGKIN’S DISEASE  
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Lymphoid tissue enlargement is first noticed in the   cervical nodes and spleen  
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r/t hodgkin's disease, Characterized by abnormal or atypical cells called   Reed-Sternberg cells  
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s/s of hodgkin's disease   Anorexia Weight loss Malaise Extreme pruritus Low-grade fever Night sweats Anemia, leukocytosis followed by respiratory infections  
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subjective findings in an assessment r/t hodgkin's disease   Malaise Appetite loss Pruritus is often severe Bone pain occurs later in the disease’s course  
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objective findings in an assessment r/t Hodgkin's Disease   Cervical and supraclavicular lymphadenopathy Splenomegaly, hepatomegaly, and abdominal tenderness Excoriation of skin and evidence of scratching from pruritus Edema of the face and neck may be noticed Weight and nutritional status are recorded  
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diagnostic tests r/t Hodgkin's Disease   CBC-shows anemia, increased WBCs, increased ESR (shows an inflammatory process  
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hallmark sign for Hodgkin's Disease   presence of Reed-Sternberg Cells  
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what is the tx for stage I & II r/t Hodgkin's Disease   radiation  
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what is the tx for stage III & IV r/t Hodgkin's Disease   chemo & radiation  
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reduction of RBCs, a deficiency in hemoglobin and hematocrit, or an increased destruction of RBCs   Anemia  
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medical management of anemia   Depends on cause Bone marrow transplant Avoid blood transfusions if possible Splenectomy Drug therapy Treatment is often specific to the particular anemia  
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r/t hypovolemic anemia, what are the critical blood loss amounts?   Blood loss of 1000 ml or more in adult can be severe Blood loss < 500ml can be tolerated  
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s/s of hypovolemic anemia   Poor peripheral pulses Hypotension with increased capillary refill time Tachycardia Hypothermia Decreased hemoglobin and hematocrit  
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how long will it take for a pt to show signs of hypovolemic anemia?   Caution: lab results may not be accurate indicators until hours after injury  
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methods to control hemorrhage/medical management r/t hypovolemic anemia   Blood transfusion Plasma Dextran or other volume expanders Crystalloids  
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what would you teach a pt r/t hypovolemic anemia?   Signs/symptoms of bleeding Bleeding occasions Home management When to contact physician  
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Autoimmune disorder resulting from the destruction of parietal cell and eventual gastric mucosa atrophy   pernicious anemia  
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what is the Vit associated w/ pernicious anemia?   Vit B12  
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what is the etiology of pernicious anemia?   Parietal cell damage Intrinsic factor not available to combine with Vitamin B12, systemic absorption in the ileum is prevented Vitamin B 12 is needed for growth and maturation of all body cells  
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r/t pernicious anemia, The bone marrow produces large, abnormal red blood cells called   megaloblasts  
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clinical manifestations r/t pernicious anemia   Fever Extreme weakness Dyspnea Hypoxia Slight jaundiced Edema of legs Constipation or diarrhea  
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Characteristic lemon-yellow–tinged pallor with "raw-beef" tongue   Pernicious anemia  
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what is the drug therapy for Pernicious anemia   Vit B12, folic acid, iron supplements  
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nursing interventions for pernicious anemia   Systematic approach Monitor vital signs every 4 hours Keep patient warm Oral care several times day High protein, vitamin, and mineral diet  
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T/F: Pt must understand the need for life-long replacement of Vit B12.   True - LIFE-LONG  
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failure of the normal process of generation and growth; not enough RBCs,Usually pancytopenic (low RBCs, platelets and WBCs)   aplasia  
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what are some causes of aplastic anemia   Causes Viral infections Medications Chemicals Radiation Chemotherapy  
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clinical manifestations r/t aplastic anemia   repeated infections, fatigue, palpations, dyspnea, bleeding tendencies, high mortality r/t high infections & hemorrhage, tachycardia  
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If you do a bone marrow biopsy on an aplastic anemia, what may be the results?   "dry tap", decreased cellular elements, decreased hematopoietic activity, may not show RBC irregularities  
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medical management r/t aplastic anemia   Blood transfusions are avoided, if possible Splenectomy may be required if that is the cause of thrombocytopenia Drug therapy Bone marrow transplant  
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what is one nursing diagnosis r/t aplastic anemia   Activity intolerance, related to inadequate tissue oxygenation  
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Why are blood transfusions avoided in patients with aplastic anemia?   Prevention of iron overloading, prevention of antibody development for transplant candidates, platelet transfusion, as needed – must be HLA typed  
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RBCs contain decreased levels of hemoglobin Causes Excessive iron loss Chronic bleeding of GI or genitourinary tract   iron deficiency anemia  
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occurs when an individual is given a killed or weakened antigen, which stimulates the formation of antibodies against the antigen   Artificially Acquired Active Immunity:  
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result of the activity of many leukocyte actions, reactions, and interactions that range from simple to complex   Cell-Mediated Immunity (CMI):  
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Humoral Immunity   antibody-antigen response. B lymphocytes produce circulating antibodies to act against a foreign substance  
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Antibody is a globulin (protein) produced by the ___ lymphocytes as a defense against an antigen   B  
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occurs when the person is expose to a disease, experiences the disease, and the body manufactures antibodies to provide future immunity to the disease   Naturally Acquired Active Immunity  
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is provided to the person by ready-made antibodies from another human or from an animal source. Immediate immunity to the invading antigen, but only last a short time   Passive Immunity  
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Products providing passive immunity   Hepatitis B immune globulin. Palivizumab. Rabies immune globulin. Cell-mediated defenses  
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Humoral immunity is mediated by   B cells  
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DTap vaccine is used for:   prevent diphtheria, tetanus, and pertusis  
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DTap vaccine is used for:   prevent diphtheria, tetanus, and pertusis  
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Immunity from immune globulins is rapid, but short-lived, up to ___ months   3  
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r/t contraindications: Anaphylactic allergy to yeast   Hep B Vaccine  
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r/t contraindications: Hypersensitivity to eggs/egg products   Flu vaccine  
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r/t contraindications: Avoid becoming pregnant 4 wks after immunization, Allergy to egg, gelatin or neomycin   measles, mumps, rubella vaccine (MMR II):  
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what is a nursing diagnosis r/t Leukemia or plasma d/o?   Hemorrhage, related to decreased physiologic clotting capabilities secondary to thrombocytopenia  
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Chills, fever, and local pain accompany headache and myalgia, Fine red streaks from the affected area in the groin or axilla,Lymphadenopathy (swollen lymph nodes   LYMPHANGITIS  
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what is the medical management for lymphangitis?   penicillin or other antimicrobial drugs for infection and hot moist heat-soaks or packs for comfort  
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what is the tx for Hodgkin's disease depend on?   staging process  
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what is the tx for stages I and II r/t hodgkin's disease?   Radiation therapy  
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what is the tx for stages III & IV r/t Hodgkin's disease   chemo and radiation  
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what type of meds could you see r/t chemo r/t Hodgkin's disease? (ABVD)   doxorubicin (Adriamycin) bleomycin (Blenoxane) vinblastine (Velban) dacarbazine (DTIC-DOME)  
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what is Neupogen used for? r/t Hodgkin's disease   Stimulates proliferation and differentiation of neutrophils Used to decrease infection in patients receiving antineoplastics that suppress neutrophil production  
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What cells are hallmark to Hodgkin’s Disease?   Reed-Sternberg cells  
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stage I Hodgkin's disease   abnormal single lymph nodes, regional or single extranodal site  
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Stage II Hodgkin's disease   Two or more lymph nodes on the same side of the diaphragm Localized involvement of extranodal site and one or more lymph node regions of the same side of diaphragm  
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Stage III Hodgkin's disease   Abnormal lymph node regions on both sides of diaphragm May be accompanied by spleen involvement subdivided into lymphatic involvement of the upper abdomen in the spleen (Splenic, celiac, and protal nodes  
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Stage IV Hodgkin's disease   Diffuse and disseminated involvement of one or more extralymphatic tissues and/or organs-with or without lymph node involvement; the extranodal site is identified as H, Hepatic; L. lung; P, pleural; M, marrow; D, dermal; O, osseous  
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Ingestion of large amounts of _____ and other _________ medications commonly taken by older adults increase risk of GI bleeding and can lead to alteration in clotting   aspirin; anti-inflammatory  
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Oral administration of ____ preparations increase the risk of GI bleeding and can lead to alteration in clotting   iron  
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Blood products should be administered with caution, since older adults are at increased risk of developing   congestive heart failure  
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cause of thrombocytopenia   usually idiopathic  
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cause of hemophilia   X-linked hereditary trait  
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cause of DIC   secondary process with massive over stimulation of the clotting cascade  
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is an inherited bleeding disorder characterized by abnormally slow coagulation of blood and spontaneous episodes of GI bleeding, epistaxis, and gingival bleeding caused by a mild deficiency of factor VIII   Von Willibrand's disease  
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when is Von Willibrand's disease commonly found?   post partum periods, menorrahgia, post surgery/trauma  
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tx for Von Willibrand' disease   cryoprecipitate transfusion w/factor VIII, fibrinogen and/or plasma, and DDVAP  
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Name two nursing diagnosis associated with a patient with a coagulation disorder   Altered tissue perfusion, related to hemorrhage Fluid volume deficit, related to hemorrhage Pain, related to thrombosis  
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Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC)   Grave coagulopathy resulting from the over stimulation of clotting and anticlotting processes in response to disease or injury  
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Massive stimulation of the clotting cascade results in the formation of clots in the microvasculature; Secondary process resulting in the over stimulation of normal clotting and anticlotting processes due to a primary medical process   DIC  
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When thrombosis is stimulated, fibrinolysis is also stimulated   DIC  
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Microvascular clotting causes decreased perfusion in organs and can lead to end organ damage   DIC  
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manifestations r/t DIC   noted bleeding from 3 unrelated sites: mucous membranes, IV, GI, GU tract, orifices, lungs, Diaphoresis with cold and mottled digits  
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diagnostic tests r/t DIC   DIC panel- shows prolonged PT/PTT, positive D-dimer (reveals elevated levels of fibrin breakdown products- indicates fibrinolysis  
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examples of fluid replacement r/t DIC   Crystalloids Transfusion (PRBCs, platelets, FFP) and cryoprecipitate (concentrated fibrinogen) Vitamin K  Heparin therapy Aminocaproic acid- fibrinolysis inhibitor  Anti-thrombin III- thrombosis inhibitor  
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Medications that may have a Thrombocytopenic Effect   Aspirin  Digitalis derivatives  Furosemide Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents Oral hypoglycemics Penicillins Quinidine  Rifampicin  Sulfonamides Thiazides Rantitidine  
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Laboratory test that identifies the etiology of pernicious anemia May involve multiple stages of testing to determine whether B12 intake is low, or B12 absorption is altered   Schilling Test and Megaloblastic Anemia Profile  
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r/t schilling test, normal findings are excretion of 8% to 40% of radioactive Vit B12 within ____ hours   24  
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Evaluates presence of intrinsic factor   Gastric Analysis  
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In pernicious anemia the gastric secretions are _____ and the pH remains ____, after injection of histamine.   minimal; elevated  
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A radiological examination used to detect metastatic involvement of the lymph nodes   Lymphangiography  
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explain the process of a lymphangiography   Contrast medium is injected into a lymphatic vessel of the foot or hand, followed by radiological visualization of the lymphatic system  
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Bone marrow aspiration is most commonly performed in persons with:   marked anemia, neutropenia, acute leukemia, and thrombocytopenia  
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____ ____ must be assessed prior to procedure, as contrast may severely damage poorly functioning ______. r/t lymphangiography   renal function; kidneys  
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r/t bone marrow aspiration, limit the client's activity for approx ____ minutes after procedure   30  
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RBCs contain decreased levels of hemoglobin   Iron Deficiency Anemia  
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Iron Deficiency Anemia is common in who?   infants, adolescents, prego women  
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Glossitis   inflammation and soreness of the tongue  
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Glossitis and pagophagia (desire to eat ice, clays, or starches) Headache, paresthesias, burning sensation of tongue and the most common objective sign is Pallor. All this is r/t what?   Iron Deficiency Anemia  
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objective signs r/t iron deficiency anemia   Tachycardia Finger nail fragility with spoon shape and raised border Stomatitis Lips are erythemic with cracking at the angles  
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what would you expect to see in the results from a CBC r/t iron deficiency anemia   decreased RBC, Hgb, Hct, decreased serum levels  
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drug therapy r/t iron deficiency   ferrous sulfate, Vit C, food high in iron  
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foods high in iron include:   organ meats, white beans, leafy veges, raisins, molasses, dry fruits and egg nog...well egg yolk  
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What is the most common clinical manifestation of iron deficiency anemia?   pallor  
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what are some things that can precipitate sickle cell anemia   dehydration, infection, overexertion, weather changes(cold), ingestion of alcohol & smoking, emotional stress  
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clinical manifestations of sickle cell anemia   abd enlargement w/ pooling of blood in liver, spleen, other organs. Jaundice, joint/back pain, edema, infarcts, hemorrhage, retinal damage, blindness, multisystem failure  
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r/t sickle cell anemia, CBC results=?? and WBC results=??   CBC=decreased Hct & Hgb; WBC=increased  
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r/t sickle cell anemia, what would you tell your pt to get every year?   pneumovax and flu vaccine  
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What are the two priorities in treating patients with a Sickle Cell Crisis?   Fluid management and pain control  
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Myeloproliferative disorder with hyperplasia of bone marrow causing increased circulating erythrocytes, granulocytes and platelets   Polycythemia Vera (primary polycythemia)  
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Secondary polycythemia   Caused by hypoxia rather than a defect in the evolution of the RBC Hypoxia stimulates erythropoietein in the kidneys which stimulates erythrocyte production  
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Secondary polycythemia may result from:   May result from high altitude, pulmonary disease, cardiovascular disease, or tissue hypoxia Physiologic response to hypoxia, not pathologic  
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Clinical Manifestations of polycythemia   Venous distention and platelet dysfunction cause esophageal varices, epistaxis, GI bleeding, and petechiae Hepatomegaly and splenomegaly from organ engorgement  
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s/s of polycythemia   Sensitivity to hot and cold Pruritus Headaches, vertigo, tinnitus and blurred vision are often present, Eczema and dermatological changes, including erythema Hypertension with ventricular hypertrophy and angina  
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diagnostic tests r/t polycythemia   Arterial blood gases CBC Bone marrow examination BMR (Basic Metabolic Rate-increased)  
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what is the medical management for polycythemia   decreasing blood volume and viscosity and bone marrow activity. Drugs: all decrease bone marrow response  
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r/t secondary polycythemia, you want to avoid what?   high altitudes - airplanes  
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What is the major complication of polycythemia vera?   Thrombosis due to the abnormal increased number of circulating RBCs and platelets  
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Jehovah's Witnesses may accept what types of blood products?   Autologous transfusions and certain volume expanders  
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HIV cannot replicate unless it has a host; it attaches itself to:   CD4+ molecules; T-helper lymphocytes, monocytes and macrophages  
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diagnostic tests for HIV / AIDS   ELISA Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA) Viral Load CD4+ count CBC  
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two diff test methods r/t HIV / AIDS   confidential and anonymous  
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barriers to prevention r/t HIV/AIDS   denial, stereotyping, fear, cultural and community attitudes, education is a long term process  
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innate barriers r/t immunity   skin, mucous membranes, cilia, tears, flora of intestine & vagina  
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innate response is nonspecific, inflammatory response   adaptive response is specific immune response humoral immunity/cellular immunity  
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Innate - phagocytes, natural killer cells   adaptive - T lymphocytes, B lymphocytes  
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Specificity and Memory: Innate - NONE   Adaptive - Present  
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the basics of Humoral Immunity   mediated by B Cells, B cells produce antibodies, first response is slow compared to subsequent exposure,  
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Cell-Mediated Immunity   characterized by the dominant role of small T cells, Primary defense against intracellular organisms  
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Mechanism of action r/t Cell-Mediated Immunity   T cells produce lymphokines Lymphokines attract macrophages and neutrophils to the site for phagocytosis, or cytotoxic killer T cells can respond directly  
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what are some things we have to look forward to r/t getting older r/t our immune system?   High incidence of tumors, Greater susceptibility to infections, Delayed hypersensitivity response is decreased, decreased movement of respiratory secretions  
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what are some things we have to look forward to r/t getting older r/t our immune system?...as if that wasn't enough...   Decreased production of saliva and gastric secretions Decreased tear production increases risk of eye inflammation and infection Structural changes in urinary system leads to urinary retention or stasis s/s of infection are more subtle  
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