NURS 498 - PHARM - Midterm 2 - Hematology and Renal Questions With Complete Solutions

What are some causes of anemia? correct answer: blood loss, impaired production of RBC, or destruction of RBC. What are some examples of acute blood loss? correct answer: Trauma, GI Bleed What are some examples of chronic blood loss? correct answer: Gastritis, Heavy Menstrual Cycle What are some intrinsic factors which increase destruction (lysis) of red blood cells? correct answer: Abnormal hub or enzyme deficiency, sickle cell anemia What are some extrinsic factors which increase destruction (lysis) of red blood cells? correct answer: trauma, antibodies, toxins, infectious agents, heart valve replacements, bypass machines Who is at highest risk of iron deficiency anemia? correct answer: pre-menopausal women pregnant women older adults children on milk diet What is the most common type of anemia? correct answer: Iron Deficiency Do you need to report black tarry stool when a patient is taking iron supplements? correct answer: NO, this is a normal side effect of iron. Occult blood tests may be done to assure patient doesn't have underlying Melina or GI bleed. What are some iron rich foods? correct answer: red/white meat, eggs, broccoli, dried fruit, grains, legumes, green leafy vegetables. Why may oral iron be taken with citrus foods? correct answer: Citrus foods add to the absorption of iron When is a RBC transfusion used? correct answer: RBC transfusions are limited to the use in patients with hgb leve