Chapter 41 key points Flashcards
1
Q
What do you have to have if a patient is getting a bone marrow aspiration or biopsy?
A
Signed informed consent.
2
Q
What is the most common manifestation of a hematologic problem?
A
Fatigue
3
Q
What happens to blood volume and plasma protein levels in older adults?
A
They are decreased.
4
Q
What happens to the RBC and WBC count when a person ages.
A
They are also decreased.
5
Q
What happens to hemoglobin levels when people age?
A
It is also decreased.
6
Q
How often do you have to check a needle site after a bone marrow aspiration or biopsy?
A
Every 2 hours.
7
Q
What teaching do you give to a patient who has had a bone marrow aspiration or biopsy?
A
Teach them to avoid activities that may traumatize the site.
