The nurse is assessing a client with chronic iron deficiency ...

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The nurse is assessing a client with chronic iron deficiency anemia. What finding should the nurse expect during this assessment?
 
  1. Cheilosis
  2. Petechiae
  3. Jaundice
  4. Clubbing of the fingernails

Question 2

The nurse is preparing a client recovering from sickle cell crisis for discharge. To prevent future crises from occurring, the nurse should instruct the client to:
 
  1. Eat a high-protein diet.
  2. Keep well hydrated.
  3. Abstain from alcohol use.
  4. Avoid doing any types of exercise.

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: 1

1. Cheilosis, cracks at the corner of the mouth, are indicative of chronic iron deficiency anemia.
2. Petechiae can be seen with platelet disorders.
3. Jaundice can be seen with aplastic anemia.
4. Clubbing of the fingers is seen with chronic hypoxemia.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 2

1. Overall good nutrition should be encouraged.
2. Dehydration can trigger a sickle cell crisis.
3. Alcohol need not be totally avoided.
4. Exercise does not need to be totally avoided.

[B]

YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

[milbourne11]

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