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Eric, a 4-year-old boy, is seen in the ER with a nosebleed that will not stop. The doctor questions the mother about family history. She states that she does not know his family history since he was adopted at age 2.
Vitals are as follows: T98.4F, HR 110, RR 28, B/P 100/70, Pulse Ox 90%
Assessment:
Nosebleed that will not stop with pressure.
Child crying and clinging to mother.
Unable to perform physical assessment due to child’s distress
Labs: RBC 4 million MCL, WBC 9,000, PT 13, INR 0.8, PTT 80
The physician refers Eric to a hematologist for further testing of a possible bleeding disorder. The hematologist runs a factor analysis. View the factor analysis results.
Discuss some of the key considerations when providing education and support to children and families with hemophilia. Eric is diagnosed with hemophilia A.
he doctor has ordered the following medications:
Anti-hemophilia factor (AHF)
Ibuprofen
Prednisone 2.5 mg bid
What are the purposes of each of these medications, and what will you include in your teaching to Eric’s parents?
What skills would be important to teach Eric’s parents?
As the child enters school, what are some considerations to add to your teaching plan?
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