Case Study: Pediatric Cancer

Mario is a 7-year-old male who presents with a 1-week history of body aches and pallor. He has a 2-day history of fever to 103° F and a 1-day history of bruising and lethargy.

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Subjective Data

  • Complains of hurting all over
  • States he feels very tired
  • States he feels dizzy when he stands up

Objective Data

  • Weight 26.1 kg
  • Vital signs: T 38.9° C, P 140, R 40, BP 108/54, O2 sat 100%
  • Purpural rash on extremities
  • WBC 0.7
  • HGB 3.1
  • Hct 8.5
  • Plt .08
  • ANC 0.1

4. Question 1

Which of Mario’s presenting symptoms must be treated and stabilized before chemotherapy induction?

5. Question 2

What testing is required for a definitive diagnosis of meningitis?

6. Question 3

What should the nurse do in this clinical situation? Prioritize actions.


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