Meenu has been admitted to paediatric Medical Ward with anaemia, Mongoloid slant and protruding maxilla. She has been diagnosed as a patient with thalasemia. a) Write signs and symptoms that Meenu is likely to present. b) Describe the nursing care you will give to Meenu.
a) Signs and Symptoms of Thalassemia in Meenu:
1. Fatigue: Meenu is likely to experience persistent tiredness and weakness due to the decreased oxygen-carrying capacity of her blood caused by the insufficient hemoglobin production.
2. Pale skin and mucous membranes: Thalassemia can lead to anemia, resulting in paleness of the skin and mucous membranes, especially evident in the conjunctiva and inside the mouth.
3. Shortness of breath: The inadequate oxygen supply to body tissues may lead to shortness of breath even with minimal physical activity.
4. Rapid or irregular heartbeat: The heart may compensate for the reduced oxygen supply by beating ___ ________ ________ _____ __________ _____ _____ _________.
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