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Pediatric Hematologic & Oncologic Disorders: Sickle Cell Anemia, Leukemia, and Childhood Cancer Explained | Chapter 29 from Saunders Comprehensive Review for the NCLEX-PN Examination (7th Edition) Welcome to Chapter 29 of Saunders Comprehensive Review for the NCLEX-PN Examination (7th Edition) by Linda Anne Silvestri and Angela E. Silvestri. This chapter provides a focused review of pediatric hematologic and oncologic disorders—including anemias, hemophilia, and common childhood cancers—empowering nursing students with the knowledge needed for NCLEX success and safe, evidence-based clinical practice. Watch the full video summary below and subscribe to Last Minute Lecture for more high-yield pediatric hematology and oncology content: Sickle Cell Anemia: Pathophysiology, Crisis Types, and Nursing Interventions Pathophysiology: Inherited disorder causing sickling of red blood cells, impaired oxygen transport, and vessel occlusion. Crisis Types: Vaso-occlusive (p...

Hematology Exam Review: Anemia, Leukemia, Platelet Disorders & Coagulation for Physician Assistants Strengthen your exam prep with this podcast-style summary of the most essential hematology topics from A Comprehensive Review for the Certification and Recertification Examinations for Physician Assistants by Claire Babcock O'Connell and Thea Cogan-Drew. This guide reviews red and white blood cell disorders, platelet abnormalities, and key principles of coagulation—equipping physician assistants with crucial knowledge for certification and clinical care. Watch the video above for an in-depth audio-visual review, and subscribe to Last Minute Lecture for more exam-focused summaries and medical study guides. Red Blood Cell Disorders Anemia: Includes microcytic (iron deficiency), normocytic (chronic disease), and macrocytic (B12 or folate deficiency) types. Symptoms: fatigue, pallor, weakness. Diagnosis: CBC, peripheral smear, iron/ferritin, B12, folate levels. Sic...