Nsg307 Anemia Chapter 54 Nclex Questions And Answers 100% Verified A+ Guaranteed

A pediatric client is prescribed ferrous fumarate (Feostat) for iron-deficiency anemia. The dose prescribed is 3 mg/kg/day. The client's weight is 7.5 kg. What amount will the nurse administer per day? {Ans: 22.5 mg}The nurse will plan to inject iron dextran by which technique? A. Intramuscular (IM) injection using the Z-track method B. Subcutaneous injection with a ½-inch, 25-gauge needle C. IM injection with a ½-inch, 18-gauge needle D. Intradermal injection with a sunburst technique of administration {Ans: A. Iron dextran should be administered deep in a large muscle mass using the Z-track method and a 23-gauge, 1½-inch needle to prevent skin irritation and potential necrosis.}The nurse knows iron supplementation has which common adverse effect? A. Flatus B. Fatigue C. Heartburn D. Constipation {Ans: D. Constipation and change in the color of stool to darker or green are the most common complaints with iron supplementation and are expected adverse effects.}A client states to the nurse, "I must take my iron supplement with a meal to avoid stomach upset." To increase uptake of oral iron, which food group should the nurse instruct the client to avoid? A. Dairy B. Fruits C. Proteins D. Vegetables {Ans: A. Many