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Oral iron supplements should not be ingested with milk or milk products because milk interferes with iron absorption. TERM 2
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DEFINITION 2 Prevent iron poisoning in children by keeping preparations well out of reach. Educate parents about this hazard. TERM 3
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DEFINITION 3 During sickle cell crises, anticipate the childs need for tissue oxygenation, hydration, rest, protection from infection, pain control, blood transfusion, and emotional support for this life-threatening illness. TERM 4
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DEFINITION 4 Meperidine (Demerol) should not be used for pain control in children with sickle cell disease due to risk of seizures. TERM 5
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DEFINITION 5 It is essential to teach parents the signs and symptoms of dehydration, hypoxia, and infection to prevent the occurrence of sickle cell crisis.
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Cold or hot compresses should not be used to relieve pain in a child with sickle cell anemia, because cold promotes sickling and ischemia, and ischemic tissues have reduced sensation and therefore burns can occur. TERM 7
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DEFINITION 7 A classic symptom of hemophilia is bleeding into the joints (hemarthrosis). TERM 8
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DEFINITION 8 Drugs that contain salicylates are contraindicated for use in children with hemophilia. TERM 9
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DEFINITION 9 The bruises of idiopathic (immunological) thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) must be distinguished from those of child abuse. TERM 10
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DEFINITION 10 After administration of anti-D antibody the child should be observed for 1 hour for fever, chills, headache, or alteration in vital signs.
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Grandparents, teachers, and friends are also grieving. Be alert for the emotional responses of all of the significant others.
