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erika

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The nurse is planning care for a school-age child admitted to the hospital with hemophilia. Which interventions should the nurse plan to implement for this child (Select all that apply)?
 
  a. Fingersticks for blood work instead of venipunctures
  b. Avoidance of intramuscular (IM) injections
  c. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) for mild pain control
  d. Soft toothbrush for dental hygiene
  e. Administration of packed red blood cells

Question 2

Parents of a school-age child with hemophilia ask the nurse, Which sports are recommended for children with hemophilia? Which sports should the nurse recommend (Select all that apply)?
 
  a. Soccer
  b. Swimming
  c. Basketball
  d. Golf
  e. Bowling



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B, C, D
Nurses should take special precautions when caring for a child with hemophilia to prevent the use of procedures that may cause bleeding, such as IM injections. The subcutaneous route is substituted for IM injections whenever possible. Venipunctures for blood samples are usually preferred for these children. There is usually less bleeding after the venipuncture than after finger or heel punctures. Neither aspirin nor any aspirin-containing compound should be used. Acetaminophen is a suitable aspirin substitute, especially for controlling mild pain. A soft toothbrush is recommended for dental hygiene to prevent bleeding from the gums. Packed red blood cells are not administered. The primary therapy for hemophilia is replacement of the missing clotting factor. The products available are factor VIII concentrates.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, D, E
Because almost all persons with hemophilia are boys, the physical limitations in regard to active sports may be a difficult adjustment, and activity restrictions must be tempered with sensitivity to the child's emotional and physical needs. Use of protective equipment, such as padding and helmets, is particularly important, and noncontact sports, especially swimming, walking, jogging, tennis, golf, fishing, and bowling, are encouraged. Contact sports such as soccer and basketball are not recommended.




erika

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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
:D TYSM


laurnthompson

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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