CNUR 302: Unit 6 - Hematological &
Oncological Disorders Exam Questions and
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What health history is collected - Prenatal/birth (jaundice + circumcision)
specific to hematology? - Bleeding/clotting (blood in stools or
gums)
- Immunological disorders (frequent fevers)
- G&D (nutrition, education)
What are pertinent hematology - Hgb (MCV/MCHC) + Hct
labs? - WBC
- Platelet count
What are S&S of decreased RBC - Pallor
production? - Tachycardia
- Fatigue and SOB
- Muscle weakness
- Systolic murmur
Explain the patho physiology of Decreased iron causes decreased RBC
IDA oxygen-
carrying capacity and fatigue.
What are S&S of chronic/severe - Diminished cognitive function
anemia? - Changes in behaviour
- Delayed infant growth and development
- Poor school performance
, Explain pica The eating of non-nutritive substances.
What foods contain iron? - Meats (liver)
- Octopus
- Beans & lentils
- Spinach & tomatoes
- Seeds & nuts
What are risks for IDA? - Excessive milk intake
- Prematurity & SGA
- Prolonged bottle feeding/breastfeeding
- Obesity
- Rapid growth & low iron intake
What are common IDA - Fatigue & lethargy
assessment - Pallor
findings? - Spooning of the nails
- Tachycardia & murmurs
- Low SpO2
How might RBC's appear on a - Microcytic (small)
blood - Hypochromic (pale)
smear for IDA?
What are common IDA lab values? - Low Hgb and Hct
- Low MCV and MCHC
- Normal WBC
- Normal or increased platelets
Oncological Disorders Exam Questions and
Answers with Verified Solutions | Latest
Updated 2026
What health history is collected - Prenatal/birth (jaundice + circumcision)
specific to hematology? - Bleeding/clotting (blood in stools or
gums)
- Immunological disorders (frequent fevers)
- G&D (nutrition, education)
What are pertinent hematology - Hgb (MCV/MCHC) + Hct
labs? - WBC
- Platelet count
What are S&S of decreased RBC - Pallor
production? - Tachycardia
- Fatigue and SOB
- Muscle weakness
- Systolic murmur
Explain the patho physiology of Decreased iron causes decreased RBC
IDA oxygen-
carrying capacity and fatigue.
What are S&S of chronic/severe - Diminished cognitive function
anemia? - Changes in behaviour
- Delayed infant growth and development
- Poor school performance
, Explain pica The eating of non-nutritive substances.
What foods contain iron? - Meats (liver)
- Octopus
- Beans & lentils
- Spinach & tomatoes
- Seeds & nuts
What are risks for IDA? - Excessive milk intake
- Prematurity & SGA
- Prolonged bottle feeding/breastfeeding
- Obesity
- Rapid growth & low iron intake
What are common IDA - Fatigue & lethargy
assessment - Pallor
findings? - Spooning of the nails
- Tachycardia & murmurs
- Low SpO2
How might RBC's appear on a - Microcytic (small)
blood - Hypochromic (pale)
smear for IDA?
What are common IDA lab values? - Low Hgb and Hct
- Low MCV and MCHC
- Normal WBC
- Normal or increased platelets
