You are assigned to care for Mrs. Heck, a 79-year-old widow who is suffering from leukemia. The nurse reported to you that Mrs. Heck's RBC count is very low. To help you recall facts you learned in class about cancer and some forms of leukemia, the nurse is asking you the following questions:
Which three facts should you remember when caring for Mrs. Heck?
What will be an ideal response?
She will fatigue easily. She will bruise easily and could bleed. She will be at greater risk for infections.
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Which immunoglobulin reacts with certain antigens to release histamine, which causes Type 1 hypersensitivity reactions?
A) IgA B) IgM C) IgG D) IgE
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