When caring for a child diagnosed with aplastic anemia, the nurse would educate the parents regarding which common symptoms?
A)Fatigue and fever
B)Runny nose and cough
C)Nausea and vomiting
D)Cyanosis and bradycardia

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Aplastic anemia is a condition where the bone marrow doesn't produce enough new cells. This results in a reduction in the number of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. Fatigue is a common symptom due to the lack of red blood cells carrying oxygen to the body's tissues. Fevers are also common because the body's immune system is compromised due to the lack of white blood cells.

When Caring for a Child Diagnosed with Aplastic Anemia, the Nurse