Hematology 1 Flashcards
pernicious anemia makes what size RBC
macrocytic
sideroblastic anemia makes what size RBCs
micro
HIB vaccine is not administered to children older than
5 years
what lab values indicates the size of RBCs
MCV - mean corpuscular volume
most common presenting signs of Leukemia in children
4
fever
bleeding/bruising
bone pain
lymphadenopathy
what WBC increases during allergic reactions
eosinophils
what WBC increases during parasite infection
eosinophils
what enhances iron absorption
vitamin C
most common cause of IDA
blood loss in GI tract
Asplenic puts patients at risk of
bacterial infections
asplenic patients need what immunization
pneumococcal immunization
patient’s with thalassemia should avoid
iron
varicella and MMR should be what?
given on the same day or they must be at least 4 weeks apart
glossitis is common in
B12 deficiency
cognitive issues is common in what def
B12
CDC recommends MMR vaccine when
12-15 months and second dose 4-6 years (although the second dose can be given 3 months after the first dose)
MMR and eggs
safe to give with egg allergies
multiple myeloma age
> 65
MMR and pregnancy
2
Wait 1 month to get pregnant after getting MMR vaccine. Cannot get MMR vaccine while pregnant.
hepatosplenomegaly may be observed in a patient with ___
leukemia
iron is best absorbed how
on an empty stomach - but if not tolerable then take with foods rich in vitamin C
what body temp should be cause of concern after DTaP shot
105 within 48 hours of immunization
The most efficient way to supplement with B12 is via
IM injections
methotrexate and anemia
methotrexate impairs metabolism of folic acid, so folic acid should be included in daily medications to prevent folate deficiency
