Ati nsg234 paediatrics nursing proctored exam
A nurse is teaching a newly diagnosed client about B-thalassemla major (Cooley anemla). What response by the client indicates correct understanding of Chelation therapy?
Explanation & Rationale
A. Chelation therapy does not stimulate hemoglobin production; it primarily targets iron overload, which can occur due to repeated transfusions. B. Chelation therapy helps remove excess iron from the body, which accumulates due to frequent blood transfusions required in children with thalassemia. C. Chelation therapy does not stimulate RBC production. It addresses the issue of iron overload. D. Chelation therapy does not prevent infections. It is specifically used to treat iron overload in thalassemia patients.
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