NU 230
Galen College Of Nursing
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NU 230 Hematology & Oncology/NU 230 Hematology & Oncology Study Guide/Updated A+ Guide Solution
Hema = blood 
Anemia = RBC or Hgb is low 
• Causes increased cardiac workload, possible murmurs 
• s/s = pallor, fatigue, tachycardia, murmurs, growth 
retardation 
• Management = Transfusions, Rest, fluids, 02 rx low 
strenuous exercise Identity of recipient & donor’s 
blood is required for transfusions Monitor VS q 15 min. 
Use blood within 30 minutes of arrival & infuse over 4 hours maximum 
1.Sickle cell = destruction of RBC 
a. Both parents must have trait. Causes obstructed vessels...
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NU 230 Endocrine/NU 230 Endocrine Study Guide? Updated A+ Score Guide Solution
Phenylalanine hydroxylase deficiency (PAH) 
• Metabolic disorder; Formally phenylketonuria (PKU) 
• Failure to thrive, Vomiting, irritability, hyperactivity, Erratic behavior 
• Diagnostics = Heel stick 24hrs after ingestion of milk 
• Treatment 
o Lifelong dietary modification: Diet low in phenylalanine 
u High protein foods such as Meats, eggs and dairy products are eliminated, Vegetables, fruits, cereals can be 
eaten 
u Phenylalanine-free formula or breast milk 
u NutraSweet contains...
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NU 230 Neurosensory/NU 230 Neurosensory Exam Study Guide/Updated Solution
Child maltreatment 
• Neglect - failure of guardian to provide basic needs and adequate care 
• Physical or emotional 
• Abuse - deliberate infliction of physical injury 
• Physical, emotional, or sexual 
• May be caused by lack of knowledge, lack of resources 
• TEN4 rule 
• Bruising on child under 4 years of age, typically signs of abuse. 
Talking to kids about abuse 
• Provide private place to talk, do not promise that you won’t tell, avoid leading questions 
• Red flags f...