Which function occurs as part of the regulation mechanism of the blood? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct.

Which age related change can manifest as easy bruising?

Which form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) is the most aggressive?

Which response occurs to allow the body time to activate the platelet response?

Which action is taken to prevent a circulatory overload reaction to blood transfusion therapy?

A patient who has acute myelogenous leukemia develops an absolute neutrophil count of 850/µL while receiving outpatient chemotherapy. Which action by the outpatient clinic nurse is most appropriate?

A patient who has non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma is receiving combination treatment with rituximab (Rituxan) and chemotherapy. Which patient assessment finding requires the most rapid action by the nurse?

A patient admitted to the emergency department with a sudden onset of shortness of breath is diagnosed with a possible pulmonary embolus. How should the nurse prepare the patient for diagnostic testing to confirm the diagnosis?

A patient who was admitted the previous day with pneumonia reports a sharp pain of 7 (on 0 to 10 scale) “whenever I take a deep breath.” Which action will the nurse take next?

While caring for a patient who has been admitted with a pulmonary embolism, the nurse notes a change in the patient’s oxygen saturation (SpO2) from 94% to 88%. Which action should the nurse take?