An accurate description of anemia is: a. Increased blood ...

[rmenurse]

An accurate description of anemia is:
 
  a. Increased blood viscosity.
  b. Depressed hematopoietic system.
  c. Presence of abnormal hemoglobin.
  d. Decreased oxygen-carrying capacity of blood.

Question 2

A child has a total cholesterol level of 180 mg/dL. What dietary recommendations should the nurse make to the child and the child's parents (Select all that apply)?
 
  a. Replace whole milk with 2 or 1 milk
  b. Increase servings of red meat
  c. Increase servings of fish
  d. Avoid excessive intake of fruit juices
  e. Limit servings of whole grain

[firehawk60]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Anemia is a condition in which the number of red blood cells or hemoglobin concentration is reduced below the normal values for age. This results in a decreased oxygen-carrying capacity of blood. Increased blood viscosity is usually a function of too many cells or of dehydration, not of anemia. A depressed hematopoietic system or abnormal hemoglobin can contribute to anemia, but the definition depends on the deceased oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, C, D
A low-fat diet includes using nonfat or low-fat dairy products, limiting red meat intake, and increasing intake of fish, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes. Children should avoid excessive intake of fruit juices and other sweetened drinks, sugars, and saturated fats.

[rmenurse]

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[firehawk60]

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