Exam 2: NUR210 / NUR 210 (Latest
Update 2024 / 2025) Transition to Practice - Capstone | Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct - Fortis
Question:
what is neutropenia?
Answer:
decrease in neutrophils ANC less than 1,000 cells
severe: less than 500
Question:
risk factors for neutropenia
Answer:
HIV, older than 60, having an existing infection, being in the hospital, having COPD
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Question:
what is nadir?
Answer:
-lowest point that blood counts reach prior to recovery after chemo is given;
Question:
what neutropenic situation requires immediate intervention?
Answer:
low grade fever -fever greater than 100.4 and ANC less than 500
Question:
clinical manifestations of neutropenia
Answer:
-no pus formation around wounds -pt may have pain or irritations around the throat, mouth, skin, perineal area, and pulmonary system
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