Exam 22: Alterations of Hematologic Function in Children

A 3-year-old child presents with bruising on the legs and trunk and a petechial rash.The mother also reports frequent nosebleeds.Lab tests reveal a decreased platelet count.This symptomology supports which medical diagnosis?

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Question 21

Which laboratory test will assist the nurse in identifying infants who are prone to develop hemolytic disease of the newborn (HDN)?

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Question 22

Testing reveals that a child has hemophilia A.This bleeding disorder results from a deficiency in factor:

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Question 23

Autopsy on a stillborn fetus reveals cardiomegaly, hepatomegaly, edema, and ascites as well as fulminant intrauterine congestive heart failure.Considering these findings, what is the most likely cause of death?

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Question 24

A mother has a child that is diagnosed with sickle cell anemia.While the mother does not have the disease, which characteristic of her genetic makeup is responsible for the child's disease?

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Question 25

A nurse is planning care for a child with iron deficiency anemia.Characteristics of iron deficiency anemia include which of the following? (select all that apply)

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Question 26

What is the most common form of childhood leukemia?

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Exam 22: Alterations of Hematologic Function in Children

A 3-year-old child presents with bruising on the legs and trunk and a petechial rash.The mother also reports frequent nosebleeds.Lab tests reveal a decreased platelet count.This symptomology supports which medical diagnosis?

Which laboratory test will assist the nurse in identifying infants who are prone to develop hemolytic disease of the newborn (HDN)?

Testing reveals that a child has hemophilia A.This bleeding disorder results from a deficiency in factor:

Autopsy on a stillborn fetus reveals cardiomegaly, hepatomegaly, edema, and ascites as well as fulminant intrauterine congestive heart failure.Considering these findings, what is the most likely cause of death?

A mother has a child that is diagnosed with sickle cell anemia.While the mother does not have the disease, which characteristic of her genetic makeup is responsible for the child's disease?

A nurse is planning care for a child with iron deficiency anemia.Characteristics of iron deficiency anemia include which of the following? (select all that apply)

What is the most common form of childhood leukemia?

Cellular Biology

Genes and Genetic Diseases

Epigenetics and Disease

Altered Cellular and Tissue Biology

Fluids and Electrolytes, Acids and Bases

Innate Immunity: Inflammation and Wound Healing

Adaptive Immunity

Infection and Defects in Mechanisms of Defense

Stress and Disease

Biology, Clinical Manifestations, and Treatment of Cancer

Cancer Epidemiology

Cancer in Children

Structure and Function of the Neurologic System

Pain, Temperature, Sleep, and Sensory Function

Alterations in Cognitive Systems, Cerebral Hemodynamics, and Motor Function

Disorders of the Central and Peripheral Nervous Systems and the Neuromuscular Junction

Alterations of Neurologic Function in Children

Mechanisms of Hormonal Regulation

Alterations of Hormonal Regulation

Structure and Function of the Hematologic System

Alterations of Hematologic Function

Structure and Function of the Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems

Alterations of Cardiovascular Function

Alterations of Cardiovascular Function in Children

Structure and Function of the Pulmonary System

Alterations of Pulmonary Function

Alterations of Pulmonary Function in Children

Structure and Function of the Renal and Urologic Systems

Alterations of Renal and Urinary Tract Function

Alterations of Renal and Urinary Tract Function in Children

Structure and Function of the Reproductive Systems

Alterations of the Female Reproductive System

Alterations of the Male Reproductive System

Structure and Function of the Digestive System

Alterations of Digestive Function

Alterations of Digestive Function in Children

Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System

Alterations of Musculoskeletal Function

Alterations of Musculoskeletal Function in Children

Structure, Function, and Disorders of the Integument

Alterations of the Integument in Children

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