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Polycythemia
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A nurse is caring for a patient with polycythemia vera.
Which statement by the patient indicates an understanding of the condition?
Which statement by the patient indicates an understanding of the condition?
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Question 2:
A client with polycythemia is receiving treatment.
Which statement by the nurse is accurate regarding the pathophysiology of this condition?
Which statement by the nurse is accurate regarding the pathophysiology of this condition?
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Question 3:
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A nurse is assessing a patient with polycythemia.
Which clinical manifestations are commonly associated with this condition? Select all that apply.
A nurse is assessing a patient with polycythemia.
Which clinical manifestations are commonly associated with this condition? Select all that apply.
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Question 4:
A client is diagnosed with secondary polycythemia.
Which underlying medical conditions could be contributing to this diagnosis? Select the most likely cause.
Which underlying medical conditions could be contributing to this diagnosis? Select the most likely cause.
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A nurse is educating a patient with primary polycythemia on potential complications.
Which statement by the nurse is accurate regarding the risks associated with this condition?
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Question 6:
A nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with polycythemia.
Which clinical manifestations can the nurse expect to assess in this client? .
Which clinical manifestations can the nurse expect to assess in this client? .
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Question 7:
A client with polycythemia reports several symptoms.
Which statement made by the client is indicative of the condition?
Which statement made by the client is indicative of the condition?
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A nurse is educating a client with polycythemia about potential complications.
Which complications should the nurse include in the teaching? Select all that apply.
A nurse is educating a client with polycythemia about potential complications.
Which complications should the nurse include in the teaching? Select all that apply.
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Question 9:
A nurse is reviewing the diagnostic evaluation of a client suspected to have polycythemia.
What laboratory findings would the nurse expect to find in a client with primary polycythemia?
What laboratory findings would the nurse expect to find in a client with primary polycythemia?
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Question 10:
A client with polycythemia is undergoing additional tests to rule out secondary causes.
Which diagnostic test is commonly used to rule out secondary polycythemia?
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Question 11:
A nurse is assessing a patient with suspected polycythemia.
Which of the following signs and symptoms should the nurse specifically assess for during the physical examination?
Which of the following signs and symptoms should the nurse specifically assess for during the physical examination?
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Question 12:
A client diagnosed with polycythemia is receiving education on self-care.
Which statement by the client indicates a need for further education?
Which statement by the client indicates a need for further education?
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Question 13:
(Select all that apply): A nurse is providing care for a patient with polycythemia.
Which nursing interventions are appropriate for this patient? (Select three.)
Which nursing interventions are appropriate for this patient? (Select three.)
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Question 14:
A nurse is caring for a patient with primary polycythemia.
What is the primary goal of treatment for this patient?
What is the primary goal of treatment for this patient?
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Question 15:
A client has been diagnosed with secondary polycythemia.
What should the nurse prioritize in the care plan for this client?
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