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Anemia Flashcards

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What is Anemia?

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Not enough RBC to carry O2 to perfuse the body

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What are s/s of anemia?

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Fatigue.
Tiredness
Pallor
Hypotension
Tachycardia
Jaundice
SOB
Cold hands

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What is Iron deficieny anemia?

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Lack of iron which make RBC

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What is iron deficiency caused by?

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Lack of iron (through food or supplements)
Vegan diet
Diet low in meat, fish, and poultry
Menstruation
Pregnancy
PICA (eat non food products)
Gastric Bypass (iron not properly absorbed)

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What is macrocytic anemia?

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MCV greater that 100
Cause are: folate or vitamin B12 deficiency

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What is normocytic anemia?

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MCV is between 80 and 100
Causes are: bleeding or kidney failure

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What is microcytic anemia?

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The MCV is less than 80
Causes are: iron deficiency anemia

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A patient presented with anemia, what will the vital signs show?

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Decreased O2 (SOB)
Decreased BP (Hypotension)
Increased RR
Increased Pulse (Tachycardia)

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What lab work will be done for a patient with iron deficiency anemia?

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CBC
Hemoglobin: good = 12+, Bad= 8-9 (will need a blood transfusion. Inform HCP if it’s less than 9), Heaven = less than 7
Hematocrit (female) = 36%-48%, male = 41%-51%
Platelet 150,000-480,000

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What meds are given to a patient who is iron deficient?

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Ferrous sulfate (oral)
Iron Dextran (IV/IM)

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What diet is best for a patient with iron deficiency anemia?

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Meat
Poultry
Spinach
Whole grains

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What are medication considerations for iron deficiency anemia?

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Dark/black tarry stools are normal/expected ( NOT GI BLEED)
Take 1 hour before other medications
Take on an empty stomach
Take vitamin C to help with absorption but do not take it at the same time

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What is a “PENIA”

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Too little of…

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What is “CYTOSIS”

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Too much of…

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Erythrocytopenia is?

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Too little RBC
Risk for shock, etc

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Erythrocytosis is?

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Too much of RBC
Risk for thromboembolism; caused by lung disease, smoking, etc

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Leukocytopenia

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Not enough WBC
Risk for infection

18
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Leukocytosis

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Too many WBC
Risk for hyperthermia, shock, leukemia, etc

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Thrombocytopenia

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Not enough platelets
Risk for bleeding, shock

20
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Thrombocytosis

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Too many platelets
Risk for thromboembolism

21
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What are the steps for blood transfusion?

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  1. Identify blood type and ensure blood matches the client
  2. Verify with another nurse
  3. Take baseline vitals
  4. Prime with normal saline and “y” tubing
  5. Monitor patient for 15 min for any reactions
  6. If a reaction occurs, stop the transfusion immediately, disconnect the
    tubing and contact HCP
    BLOOD CAN BE TRANSFUSED UP TO 4 HOURS. NO MORE THAN THAT
    NURSE HAS 30 MIN AFTER GETTING BLOOD TO TRANSFUSE
22
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What is Aplastic Anemia?

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Develops as a result of bone marrow damage.
Bone marrow transplant needed
Blood transfusion needed

23
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What is sickle cell anemia?

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Blood cells are sickled
Vaso occlusive crisis (extreme pain)
Low O2
Lifespan: less than 3 weeks

24
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What are s/s of sickle cell anemia?

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Extreme pain = sickle cell crisis (perform neurological assessment)
One sided arm weakness; stroke
Swelling of hands and feet (Dactylitis)
Onset paralysis of extremities
Sudden inability to be aroused

25
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What are complications of sickle cell anemia?

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Splenomegaly: rapidly enlarging spleen
Low BP

26
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How will you treat a patient with sickle cell anemia?

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Hydration: IV fluids
Bed rest
PCA: pain control analgesia pump

27
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Explain pernicious anemia

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The body is unable to absorb B12
Lack of intrinsic factor secreted by the gastric mucosa in the GI tract, which helps the body to absorb B12

28
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What are clinical manifestations of pernicious anemia?

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Glossitis: red smooth tongue
Extreme weakness
Jaundice: pale yellow skin
Unsteady gait
SOB with activity
Paresthesia of hands and foot
Depression

29
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What treatment is given to a patient who has pernicious anemia?

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B12 injection, IV OR IM
NEVER ORAL

30
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What are some non drug management for sickle cell anemia?

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Watching movies
No board games, painting or video games

31
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Explain Erythropoietin ( Epoetin Alfa)

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Hormone produced by the kidneys to stimulate production of RBC

32
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What are indications of epoetin alfa?

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For anemic pt’s to increase energy levels
For chronic kidney disease
For chronic renal failure

33
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How to administer epoetin Alfa?

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Only by IV, SubQ

34
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What is a contraindication of Epoetin Alfa?

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Uncontrolled HTN, monitor for increase BP

35
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What is Hemophilia?

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An inherited bleeding disorder stoping the blood from clotting easily, increasing the risk of excessive bleeding

36
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Hemophilia A

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Lack clotting factor 8

37
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Hemophilia B

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Lack clotting factor 9

38
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What are clinical manifestations of Hemophilia?

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Excessive/prolonged bleeding
Pain
Bruising
Petechiae (bumps under the skin)
Joint stiffness
Lack of mobility
Anxiety
Fluid volume deficit
Ineffective tissue perfusion

39
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What treatment is given to a patient with hemophilia?

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Administer coagulation replacement factors
Use ice pack and elevate affected are for injury

40
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What eduction is given to a patient with hemophilia?

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Avoid things that will cause bleeding such as injections, razors
Use soft bristle toothbrush
Use electric razor
No NSAIDS
No contact sports

NR324 Adult health I (4 decks)

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