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jc611 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

Which patient finding would the nurse identify as being a risk factor for altered transport of oxygen?

a. Hemoglobin level of 8.0
b. Bronchoconstriction and mucus
c. Peripheral arterial disease
d. Decreased thoracic expansion

Question 2

A 3-month-old infant is at increased risk for developing anemia. The nurse would identify which principle contributing to this risk?

a. The infant is becoming more active.
b. There is an increase in intake of breast milk or formula.
c. The infant is unable to maintain an adequate iron intake.
d. A depletion of fetal hemoglobin occurs.

bdobbins · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Altered transportation of oxygen refers to patients with insufficient red blood cells to transport the oxygen present. Bronchoconstriction and decreased thoracic expansion (spinal cord injury) would result in impairment of ventilation. Peripheral vascular disease would result in inadequate perfusion.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Fetal hemoglobin is present for about 5 months. The fetal hemoglobin begins deteriorating, and around 2 to 3 months the infant is at increased risk of developing an anemia due to decreasing levels of hemoglobin. Breast milk or formula is the primary food intake up to around 6 months. Often iron supplemented formula is offered, and/or an iron supplement is given if the infant is breastfed.