Oncology) Exam Complete Test , Practice Questions,
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2026 Edition)
Anemia The most common hematologic disorder
of childhood
Anemia Decrease in number of RBCs and/or
hemoglobin (Hgb) concentration
below normal
Anemia Decreased oxygen-carrying capacity of
blood
Consequences of Anemia Decrease in oxygen-carrying capacity
of blood and decreased amount of
oxygen available to tissues
Consequences of Anemia When develops slowly, child adapts
Consequences of Anemia Diagnostic evaluation: Sometimes
defined as a Hgb <10 or 11 g/dl;
, however, this cutoff may be
inappropriate for children
Newborn Anemia 14 to 24 g/dl
Infant Anemia 10 to 15 g/dl
Child Anemia 11 to 16 g/dl
Anemia Pallor, paleness of mucous membranes,
Tiredness, fatigue, Tachycardia, Cool skin
Effects of Anemia on Circulatory System Hemodilution
Effects of Anemia on Circulatory System Decreased peripheral
resistance
Effects of Anemia on Circulatory System Increased cardiac circulation
and turbulence
Effects of Anemia on Circulatory System Cyanosis
Effects of Anemia on Circulatory System Growth retardation
Increased cardiac circulation and turbulence May lead to cardiac
failure
Increased cardiac circulation and turbulence May have murmur
Anemia Treat underlying cause: Transfusion after