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A nurse is teaching a 12-year-old child about a bone marrow aspiration. What
statement indicates that the preadolescent needs further explanation of the
procedure? - ANSWERS-"I'll have to rest after the procedure."
The client is receiving multiple blood transfusions after having extensive
abdominal surgery. If the client develops fever, chills, and lower back pain,
and seems very nervous, what will be the nurse's first action? - ANSWERS-
Stop the blood and infuse normal saline.
To confirm a tentative diagnosis of leukemia a bone marrow aspiration and
biopsy are to be performed on a 4-year-old boy. The nurse gives an age-
appropriate explanation of the procedure to the child. What else is involved
in caring for this child? - ANSWERS-Explaining to the child that he will sleep
during the procedure
A client has a bone marrow aspiration performed. After the procedure, what
is the first nursing action? - ANSWERS-Briefly apply pressure over the
aspiration site.
A 4-year-old child is admitted to the pediatric unit with a tentative diagnosis
of acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL). The mother states that changes in her
child's behavior and the "black and blue" marks were noticed several days
ago. She blames herself for not bringing her child to the clinic sooner. On
what information about the pathophysiology of leukemia should the nurse
base a response? - ANSWERS-Early signs and symptoms of leukemia are
similar to those of other mild illnesses of childhood.
, A 4-year-old child is admitted to the pediatric unit with a tentative diagnosis
of acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL). What signs and symptoms does the
nurse expect when obtaining the health history and performing a physical
assessment? Select all that apply. - ANSWERS-Anorexia, Petechiae
Parents are considering a bone marrow transplant for their child who has
recurrent leukemia. The parents ask the nurse for clarification about the
procedure. What is the best response by the nurse? - ANSWERS-"Your child's
immune system must be destroyed before the transplantation can take
place."
A blood transfusion of packed cells has been prescribed for a client. The
nursing unit is extremely busy. In delegating the task of blood administration:
- ANSWERS-Have all identification verified by registered nurses, then the
registered nurse can hang the product and monitor client, staying with client
during the initial 15 minutes.
A blood transfusion of packed cells has been prescribed for a client with
leukemia. The nurse will complete the following steps in what order? -
ANSWERS-Check health care provider's prescription, Obtain vital signs and
history of transfusions, Ascertain that intravenous catheter size is 18 or 20
gauge, Change main line solution to normal saline, Check client identification
before hanging unit of blood
An 11-year-old child is found to have acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL), and
the health care provider discusses the diagnosis and treatment with the child
and family. What age-appropriate behavior does the nurse expect from the
child regarding the life-threatening diagnosis? - ANSWERS-Expressing anger
by being insolent
A 4-year-old child is admitted to the pediatric unit with the diagnosis of acute
lymphocytic leukemia (ALL). A blood transfusion is ordered and an
intravenous line is started. What should the nurse do in regard to
administering the transfusion? - ANSWERS-Infuse the blood over no more
than 4 hours