Assessment of Hematologic Function and Treatment Modalities

MODULE 9 ASSIGNMENT $2 Case Study – Assessment of Hematologic Function and Treatment Modalities 1. William Smith, a 76-year-old man, was admitted to the hospital with anemia. The physician informs Mr. Smith that it is necessary to perform a bone marrow aspiration to assess the formation of the blood cells. The physician explains the procedure to the patient, including the risks, benefits, and alternatives. An informed consent is obtained. How should the nurse prepare the patient for the procedure? What instructions should the nurse provide to the patient after the procedure? 2. Cindy Johnston, 65 years of age, is scheduled to have a right total knee replacement next week. She is at the pretesting clinic having the preoperative testing completed. The orders include: CBC, comprehensive metabolic panel, urinalysis, type and cross match for 2 units of PRBCs, chest x-ray, and ECG. Mrs. Johnston asks if she can donate her own blood for the procedure. (Learning Objective 5) How should the nurse respond? What are the advantages of autologous blood donation? Which patients would not be candidates for autologous donation?