DIFFERENT -NEMIAS - S/S

Question 1

A nurse is assessing a client for manifestations of aplastic anemia. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

Answer 1

The client who has aplastic anemia will have manifestations of petechiae and ecchymosis. Dyspnea on exertion also can be present. In aplastic anemia, all three major blood components (red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets) are reduced or absent, which is known as pancytopenia. Manifestations usually develop gradually.

Question 2

The client who has _____ will have manifestations of jaundice with an enlarged liver and spleen.

Answer 2

SICKLE CELL ANEMIA

Question 3

The client who has _____ will have manifestation of glossitis (smooth, beefy-red tongue) and weight loss.

Answer 3

PERNICIOUS ANEMIA

Question 4

The client who has _____ will have a plethoric (dark, flushed) manifestation of the facial skin and mucous membranes.

Answer 4

POLYCYTHEMIA VERA