ATI RN
ATI Nur 307 Pediatrics Final Exam Questions
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A nurse is providing care to an infant newly diagnosed with sickle cell anemia.
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Which of the following statements should the nurse include about sickled red blood cells? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: The correct answers are B, D, and E. B is correct because sickled red blood cells have an abnormal shape that causes them to clump together, leading to blockages in blood vessels. D is correct because the rigid shape of sickled cells makes it hard for them to pass through smaller vessels, causing further blockages. E is correct because sickled cells have a shorter lifespan due to being more fragile, leading to a decreased number of functional red blood cells in circulation.
Choices A and C are incorrect as sickled cells are not flexible and do not have a long lifespan.
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