Hematology NCLEX Practice Questions

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A toddler is diagnosed with sickle cell anemia. Her mother is four months pregnant with her second child. The mother asks if there is any chance the new baby will have sickle cell anemia. She says that neither she nor her husband has sickle cell anemia. What is the best response for the nurse to make?

A. No. Sickle cell anemia is not inherited.' B. Yes. The new baby will also have sickle cell anemia.' C. There is a 25% chance that each child you have will have the disease.' D. Because neither of you has the disease, another child will not have it. You should ask your physician.'

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Sickle cell anemia is autosomal recessive. If both parents are carriers (trait), there is a 25% chance each child will have the disease.

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