A nurse is teaching a client who has a new diagnosis of hemolytic anemia. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?

Hemolytic anemia results in an increased rate of RBC destruction.

Hemolytic anemia results from decreased bone marrow production of RBCs.

Hemolytic anemia is associated with a decreased intake of iron.

Hemolytic anemia results in an inability to absorb vitamin B12.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A. Hemolytic anemia is characterized by increased RBC destruction, leading to anemia. This destruction may be caused by autoimmune disorders, infections, or inherited conditions like sickle cell disease.

B. Decreased RBC production is more characteristic of aplastic anemia or anemia of chronic disease.

C. Iron deficiency anemia, not hemolytic anemia, results from decreased iron intake.

D. An inability to absorb vitamin B12 is seen in pernicious anemia, not hemolytic anemia.

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Correct Answer is ["A","B","C","D"]

Explanation

A. Histamine is released by mast cells in response to injury, leading to vasodilation and increased capillary permeability.

B. Vasodilation increases blood flow to the affected area, causing redness and warmth.

C. Increased capillary permeability allows immune cells and proteins to reach the injury site, contributing to swelling.

D. Migration of white blood cells (WBCs) to the injured site helps fight infection and remove damaged tissue.

E. The parasympathetic nervous system is not involved in inflammation; the sympathetic nervous system is more likely to be activated in response to injury.

A. Decreased neutrophil count B. Decreased CD4+ Tell count C. Decreased viral load D. Decreased white blood cell count

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Neutrophil count is not a direct measure of ART effectiveness; a decrease may indicate bone marrow suppression or infection.

B. A decreased CD4+ T-cell count suggests disease progression, not effective treatment.

C. A decreased viral load indicates that ART is effectively suppressing HIV replication. This is the primary goal of treatment to prevent disease progression and maintain immune function.

D. A decreased white blood cell count can result from various factors and does not indicate ART effectiveness.

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