Which medication will the nurse anticipate to administer to the client with Hemophilia A?
Explanation & Rationale
Rationale: A. Vitamin C with iron tablet: While iron supplements may be useful for treating anemia if blood loss has been significant, they do not address the underlying clotting factor deficiency in Hemophilia A. Vitamin C supports tissue healing, but it is not a treatment for this disorder. B. Factor VIII: Hemophilia A is caused by a deficiency or dysfunction of clotting factor VIII, leading to impaired blood coagulation. The primary treatment is replacing factor VIII through IV infusion to restore normal clotting ability and prevent or control bleeding episodes. C. Factor IX: Factor IX is used to treat Hemophilia B, also known as Christmas disease, which involves a deficiency in factor IX. It is not appropriate for Hemophilia A since it does not correct the missing clotting factor. D. Aspirin: Aspirin impairs platelet function and increases bleeding risk. In clients with bleeding disorders such as Hemophilia A, it is contraindicated because it can worsen bleeding tendencies and complicate management.