The nurse notes scleral jaundice in a patient being admitted with ...

[go.lag]

The nurse notes scleral jaundice in a patient being admitted with hemolytic anemia. The nurse will plan to check the laboratory results for the
 
  a. Schilling test.
  b. bilirubin level.
  c. stool occult blood test.
  d. gastric analysis testing.

Question 2

Which instruction will the nurse plan to include in discharge teaching for the patient admitted with a sickle cell crisis?
 
  a. Take a daily multivitamin with iron.
  b. Limit fluids to 2 to 3 quarts per day.
  c. Avoid exposure to crowds when possible.
  d. Drink only two caffeinated beverages daily.

[mmpiza]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Jaundice is caused by the elevation of bilirubin level associated with red blood cell (RBC) hemolysis. The other tests would not be helpful in monitoring or treating a hemolytic anemia.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Exposure to crowds increases the patient's risk for infection, the most common cause of sickle cell crisis. There is no restriction on caffeine use. Iron supplementation is generally not recommended. A high-fluid intake is recommended.

[go.lag]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[sarah_brady415]

Great answer, keep it coming