Case Study:
You are working in the ER caring for a 10-year-old child. The child presents with severe bone pain, fatigue, and a fever. The initial findings appear to be consistent with acute lymphocytic leukemia.
Based on this information provided what is going on in this disease process?
What additional assessment and diagnostics are priorities for this patient?
Describe the potential treatment options, priorities of nursing care, and education that needs to be done for this family.