The Child with a Condition of the Blood, Blood-forming Organs, or Lymphatic System

Cream of Wheat, boiled egg yolk, liver, green leafy vegetables, dried fruits, beans, nuts, and whole-grain breads are good sources of iron.

Switching to regular cow's milk too early, as it has little iron, can lead to iron deficiency anemia in infants.

Administering ferrous sulfate with orange juice helps absorption, as food and milk hinder absorption.

A deficiency of factor IX causes hemophilia B, also known as Christmas disease.

For bleeding, apply pressure, ice, elevate, and rest the affected area (RICE principle).

Avoid aspirin, as it interferes with platelet function, potentially causing prolonged bleeding.

Drinking cow's milk before the first year of a child's life can cause iron deficiency.

Medical treatment is needed for hemophilia.

Treatment for leukemia using drugs that target rapidly dividing cells, reducing the risk of infections

Provide emotional support and practical advice for parents and children managing the treatment and side effects.

Crucial for the effectiveness of chemotherapy drugs.

A combination of drugs (cyclophosphamide, vincristine, prednisone, procarbazine) used to treat Hodgkin's lymphoma.

Chronic illness can impact social-emotional development, causing a decreased sense of independence, belonging & affecting feelings of self-worth.

Crucial for healthy immune response, but often compromised during chemotherapy

Essential for preventing the spread of infections and better managing the patient.

Chronic illness can affect a child's sense of belonging, and independence within their peer group, which affects their developmental progress.

Signs include chills, itching, fever, rash, headache, and back pain.

Priority is assessing neuro status due to risk of intracranial bleeding.

Lymph nodes on both sides of the diaphragm involved (e.g., cervical, inguinal).

Vaso-occlusive crisis; caused by obstructed blood flow.

Prioritize fluids to prevent dehydration, which triggers sickling.

Each child has a 1 in 4 chance of having sickle cell disease.

Repeated transfusions lead to iron overload (Hemosiderosis).

Overproduction of immature white blood cells in bone marrow.

Stop the transfusion and keep the line open with saline, then notify the charge nurse.

Use soft toothbrushes to reduce damage and prevent infection.

Preschoolers see death as reversible, a temporary separation.

Signs of a low platelet count, risk of internal bleeding.

A condition where the number of platelets in the blood is abnormally low, increasing the risk of bleeding.

Petechiae, purpura, ecchymosis, and hematomas are common skin manifestations.

A condition caused by low iron levels, potentially leading to heart failure if untreated.

A sex-linked recessive genetic disorder primarily affecting males, impacting blood clotting.

A condition where the number of neutrophils (a type of white blood cell) is abnormally low, increasing the risk of infection.

Risk for infection is a top concern for a child with neutropenia due to their weakened immune system.

A genetic blood disorder causing anemia, characterized by symptoms like hepatomegaly and jaundice.

A type of cancer affecting the lymphatic system.

Chemotherapy can cause constipation. A firm or distended abdomen suggests this, along with a lack of bowel movements.

Prioritize family involvement and support, preserving the final moments with care and dignity. Hearing is not usually the last sense to go.

A synthetic blood clotting factor that helps manage hemophilia, reducing the need for transfusions and risks of blood-borne diseases.

Include measures for appetite stimulation, energy conservation, and allowing expressions of feelings in children undergoing radiation.

Validate the adolescent's feelings and encourage expression, allowing them to share their concerns.

The stages of dying as described by Kubler-Ross are: Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, Acceptance.

Sickle cell anemia typically manifests around the first year of life with symptoms like chronic anemia, paleness, and easy fatigue.

Sickle cell anemia can lead to potentially fatal crises due to blood clots in blood vessels.

Sickle cell anemia is a genetic disorder usually inherited from both parents.

Leukemia is the most frequent type of cancer diagnosed in children. It's characterized by an overproduction of abnormal white blood cells.

Neutropenia, a low count of neutrophils (white blood cells that fight infection), makes children with leukemia highly susceptible to infections like pneumonia.

A lymphangiogram is a diagnostic procedure that utilizes a dye to visualize the lymph nodes and vessels. It helps determine the extent of a lymphatic system disorder.

Easy bruising, resulting in petechiae (small red spots) and purpura (larger purple patches), is the hallmark symptom of Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP).

Iron deficiency anemia is most prevalent between 9 and 24 months of age. Rapid growth during this period depletes iron stores, especially if iron-rich foods are limited.

Dr. Kubler-Ross identified five stages of grief and dying: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. These stages are not always linear and individuals may experience them in different orders.

Hemosiderosis is a condition of iron overload, often occurring as a complication of repeated blood transfusions in patients with thalassemia.

Maintaining adequate hydration is crucial in preventing dehydration, which can trigger painful vaso-occlusive crises in individuals with sickle cell disease.