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Prior to administering a drug used to treat anemia, the nurse should assess a client's vital signs, ability to carry out activities of daily living, and general appearance, and for the presence of which of the following other general symptoms?
 
  Select all that apply.
 
  A) Fatigue
  B) Pallor
  C) Headache
  D) Shortness of breath
  E) Sore tongue

Question 2

A client who was treated for anemia is being discharged. The client has been instructed to continue with epoetin alfa for a week.
 
  Which of the following points should the nurse include in the teaching plan to educate the client about the therapy when caring for the client on an outpatient basis?
 
  A) Avoid use of multivitamin preparations.
  B) Report signs of joint pain to the primary health care provider.
  C) Follow the recommended diet provided by the primary health care provider.
  D) Take the drug on an empty stomach or with water.

Question 3

A client is prescribed ferrous sulfate. Before administering the drug, the nurse reviews the client's medical record. The nurse would withhold the drug and contact the primary health care provider if the client's history revealed which of the following?
 
  Select all that apply.
 
  A) Hemolytic anemia
  B) Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia
  C) Anemia of chronic kidney disease
  D) Hemochromatosis
  E) Hypertension



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Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, B, C, D, E
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Prior to administering a drug used to treat anemia, the nurse should assess a client's vital signs, client's ability to carry out activities of daily living, and client's general appearance, and for the presence of other general symptoms including fatigue, shortness of breath, sore tongue, headache, and pallor.

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Answer to Question 3

Ans: A, D
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The use of iron supplements is contraindicated in clients with hemochromatosis or hemolytic anemia.





 

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