A client is scheduled for a bone marrow transplant from cells ...

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A client is scheduled for a bone marrow transplant from cells that were donated by his identical twin. The nurse realizes that the type of transplant this client is planning would be:
 
  1. syngeneic.
  2. autologous.
  3. allograft.
  4. apheresis

Question 2

The nurse is providing discharge instructions to a client diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Which of the following would not be including in these instructions?
 
  1. Activity will need to be decreased during an exacerbation.
  2. Body temperature should be monitored.
  3. Corticosteroid treatment must be slowly tapered off.
  4. Sunbathing decreases symptoms.

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Answer to Question 1

1
A syngeneic transplant uses bone marrow donated by an identical twin. An autologous transplant is the removal of bone marrow cells from the individual; the cells are treated and stored and then returned after the individual receives intensive chemotherapy or radiation. Allograft refers to cells and tissue obtained from the same species who has a similar type or cell compatibility. Apheresis is a procedure used to treat autoimmune disorders.

Answer to Question 2

4
Exposure to sunlight exacerbates the disease process. Body temperature should be monitored for increases and possible infection. Corticosteroid treatment cannot be abruptly stopped. Activity with rest periods should be encouraged.