The nurse understands that erythropoietin levels should be ...

[ssal]

The nurse understands that erythropoietin levels should be monitored on which client?
 
  a. oncology client receiving Procrit
  b. dialysis client receiving sodium ferric gluconate complex
  c. pregnant client taking folic acid supplements
  d. client with megaloblastic anemia

Question 2

When assessing a client receiving intravenous iron therapy, the nurse should:
 
  a. monitor the client's blood pressure for hypertension.
  b. teach the client about self-administration of iron at home.
  c. monitor the IV site for phlebitis.
  d. assess the client for neurological impairment.

[Alyson.hiatt@yahoo.com]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: This client requires erythropoietin levels monitored.
B Incorrect: This client does not require erythropoietin levels monitored.
C Incorrect: This client does not require erythropoietin levels monitored.
D Incorrect: This client does not require erythropoietin levels monitored.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is not specific to IV iron.
B Incorrect: This is not a priority at this time.
C Correct: Phlebitis is a problem specific to IV iron infusions.
D Incorrect: This is not related to IV iron.

[ssal]

Excellent

[jojobee318]

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