A 4-year-old patient receives a diagnosis of anemia. The pediatric nurse caring for the patient knows that for most children, anemia is not a disease; rather, it is a symptom of other diseases and is caused by:
A) increased production of white blood cells.
B) decreased destruction of white blood cells.
C) decreased production of red blood cells.
D) decreased destruction of red blood cells.
Question 2
What advice would be most appropriate for the child with a stinging-insect allergy?
A) Join a peer support group to help relieve anxiety about this problem.
B) Consult a genetic counselor to reveal other susceptible family members.
C) Obtain a Medic-Alert bracelet so the presence of the allergy can be identified easily.
D) Arrange for allergy testing for foods with ingredients similar to those in insect venom.
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