Author Question: Which should a nurse identify as common chronic illnesses of childhood? Select all that apply. a. ... (Read 52 times)

amal · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

Which should a nurse identify as common chronic illnesses of childhood? Select all that apply.

a. Reactive airway disease (asthma)
b. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
c. Cerebral palsy
d. Diabetes mellitus
e. Human immunodeficiency virus infection (HIV)

Question 2

Which statement best describes beta-thalassemia major (Cooley anemia)?

a. All formed elements of the blood are depressed.
b. Inadequate numbers of red blood cells are present.
c. Increased incidence occurs in families of Mediterranean extraction.
d. Increased incidence occurs in persons of West African descent.

pallen55 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A, C, D
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Correct A chronic illness is defined as a condition that is long term, does not
spontaneously resolve, is usually without a complete cure, and affects
activities of daily living. Reactive airway disease (asthma), cerebral palsy,
diabetes mellitus, and HIV are all chronic illnesses that may occur during
childhood.
Incorrect RSV is a virus that is highly contagious and causes bronchiolitis and
pneumonia in children. It does not cause chronic illness.

Answer to Question 2

C
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A An overproduction of red cells occurs. Although numerous, the red cells are
relatively unstable.
B An overproduction of red cells occurs. Although numerous, the red cells are
relatively unstable.
C Individuals who live near the Mediterranean Sea and their descendants have the
highest incidence of thalassemia.
D Sickle cell disease is common in blacks of West African descent.