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WorksheetsHematopoietic SystemS25M1/2
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 13mins
Which of the following abnormal blood work results is most closely associated with a diagnosis of multiple myeloma?
Low potassium levels and increased blood urea nitrogen
Extremely high levels of abnormal lymphocytes
Low glomerular filtration rate and high calcium levels
Decreased hemoglobin, hematocrit, and red blood cells
A client reports shortness of breath and severe pain in the back, chest, and muscles. Which condition could the client possibly be diagnosed with?
Disseminated intravascular coagulation
Hemophilia A
Hemophilia B
Von Willebrand disease
A 30-year-old client who presents with symptoms of redness, heat, and pain in the joints undergoes a complete blood count test. The blood report shows an increased white blood cell count. Which condition does this indicate?
Increased bleeding tendency
Anemia
Inflammation
Pulmonary embolism
While reviewing a client’s medical history, a nurse understands that the client is at risk of bleeding because the client’s platelet count is 80,000/uL. Which condition is this?
Thrombus
Thrombocytopenia
Thrombocytosis
Thrombosis
How does primary thrombocytosis differ from secondary thrombocytosis?
It occurs as a result of an excessive number of platelets.
It has an elevated platelet count.
It occurs in the bone marrow.
It is a development of thrombosis, which is unclear.
Which part of the body produces white blood cells?
Adenoids
Thymus gland
Tonsils
Bone marrow
A nurse is formulating a nursing diagnosis for a client with chronic lymphoid leukemia. Which nursing measure should be included in the process?
Placing the client in protective isolation
Ensuring that all visitors wash their hands before coming in contact with the client
Limiting visitors with colds and infections
All of the above
A client comes to the hospital with symptoms of an allergic reaction to an antibiotic. Which blood cells would show an increase in the complete blood count report?
Eosinophils
Neutrophils
Basophils
None of the above
Conditions that predispose to sickling of hemoglobin in persons with sickle cell anemia include:
Increased iron content of blood
Impaired red blood cell maturation
Decreased oxygen saturation
Increased intravascular volume
Which of the following individuals likely faces the highest risk of megaloblastic anemia?
An infant who is exclusively fed commercial baby formula
A 44-year-old man who lost approximately 500 mL of blood in a workplace accident
A 69-year-old woman who takes ASA four times daily to treat her arthritis
A 21-year-old college student who lives a vegan lifestyle
A 48-year-old male client, who normally enjoys good health, has been admitted to the hospital for the treatment of polycythemia vera. The nurse who is providing care for the client should prioritize assessments aimed at the early identification of which of the following health problems?
Vasculitis
Orthostatic hypotension
Thromboembolism
Hyperventilation
A client has been diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL), a form of malignancy that most likely originated in which of the following sites?
Lymph nodes
Thymus
Spleen
Bone marrow
Which of the following is a common complication of Polycythemia Vera?
Reduced red blood cell production
Increased risk of infectious diseases
Decrease in blood plasma volume
Blood clots
What symptom is commonly associated with Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC)?
Increased blood oxygen levels
Excessive production of white blood cells
Bleeding from multiple sites
High blood pressure
What is a characteristic feature of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) compared to other types of leukemia?
It is characterized by the overproduction of red blood cells.
It develops from B cells and progresses slowly, often affecting older adults.
It primarily affects young children.
It progresses rapidly, requiring immediate treatment.
Which of the following statements correctly differentiates Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL) from Hodgkin Lymphoma (HL)?
Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma typically has a better prognosis and higher survival rate than Hodgkin Lymphoma.
Hodgkin Lymphoma often starts in the upper body, such as the neck, chest, or armpits, and is associated with Reed-Sternberg cells.
Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma is characterized by the presence of Reed-Sternberg cells.
Only Hodgkin's Lymphoma can involve B lymphocytes.
What is the purpose of compression therapy in treating lymphedema?
To promote swelling
To increase fluid retention
To improve circulation and prevent fluid buildup
To exacerbate symptoms
What are varicose veins primarily caused by?
Excessive sun exposure
Lack of exercise
High cholesterol levels
Weak or damaged vein walls and valves
Which of the following can result in a loss of red blood cells?
HDL
Peptic ulcer disease
arteriosclerosis
BPH
Pernicious anemia is common among people who have had
an appendectomy
hepatitis
a gastrectomy
a tonsillectomy
A patient with anemia will often:
feel cold
crave sweets
have diarrhea
have a history of whooping cough
A patient taking an iron tablet for anemia will notice that their stool has become:
light green in color
clay-like in color
tan in color
black or dark green
A 30-year-old female patient has anemia caused by heavy menstrual bleeding. What can you expect her to report?
that her abdomen aches
that she often feels faint
that she likes to eat sweets
that she has headaches every two weeks
What symptoms would a patient with pernicious anemia develop?
tingling of the extremities
unrefreshed sleep
diarrhea
restless legs
If a person has purpura associated with idiopathic thrombocytopenia, you would look for
flushed red skin
blue nodules
protruding veins
small skin bleeding
