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Pineappleeh

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A child with rheumatic fever has polyarthritis. Which laboratory result would the nurse expect with this child's diagnosis and symptoms?
 
  A) Increased clotting time
  B) Decreased white blood cell (WBC) count
  C) Increased erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR)
  D) Decreased leukocyte count

Question 2

The nurse is teaching a group of nurses on the care of children with rheumatic fever. Which statement is most accurate regarding the diagnosis of rheumatic fever?
 
  A) This disorder is caused by genetic factors.
  B) Children who have this diagnosis may have had strep throat.
  C) Being up to date on immunizations is the best way to prevent this disorder.
  D) The onset and progression of this disorder is rapid.


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braelync

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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: C

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B


Pineappleeh

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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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