General Hematology & Assessment

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An elevated neutrophil count with a "shift to the left" typically indicates:

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Acute bacterial infection

Front

Why is ongoing hemoglobin monitoring critical during active bleeding?

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To guide treatment decisions and detect rebleeding early

Front

Which combination improves iron absorption? Options: Iron-rich foods with calcium, Iron-rich foods with vitamin C, Iron-rich foods with tea, Iron supplements with coffee

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Iron-rich foods with vitamin C

Front

What does the reticulocyte count evaluate?

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Bone marrow production of RBCs

Front

Which symptom is NOT typically associated with anemia? Options: Fatigue, Pallor, Shortness of breath, Hypertension

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Hypertension

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When a client with anemia reports dizziness, the nurse should: Administer oxygen, Encourage rapid ambulation, Raise the head of bed immediately, Monitor for orthostatic hypotension and fall risk

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Monitor for orthostatic hypotension and fall risk

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To prevent orthostatic hypotension in an anemic client, the nurse should instruct them to:

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Rise slowly from sitting or lying position

Front

During the first 15 minutes of a blood transfusion, the nurse should:

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Stay with the client to monitor for reactions

Front

A priority sign prompting the nurse to stop a blood transfusion is: Fever and chills, Mild headache, Slight nausea, Increased appetite

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Fever and chills

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Before administering blood, the nurse must verify: IV site location, Blood type, volume, and informed consent, Urine output, Family history of anemia

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Blood type, volume, and informed consent