Nucleated red blood cells in the peripheral blood are a common finding in beta thalassemia patients. Explain why
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Answer: As a result of impaired globin chain synthesis, the bone marrow responds by producing more red blood cells to compensate for the impaired oxygen delivery function. Because of the high BM turnover of erythroblasts, premature release of nucleated erythroblasts is common.
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While visiting a patient who has been receiving transtracheal O2 therapy for 6 months, you note marked erythema and swelling at the stoma site. Which of the following actions would be appro-priate at this time?
a. Question the patient and family about their cleaning methods. b. Promptly report your observations to the prescribing physician. c. Liberally apply tincture of benzoin to the stoma site. d. Flush the catheter and the tubing with H2O2.