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.
Application of an ostomy bag or pouch: B, An ostomy nurse applying an ostomy bag to a stoma;
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