Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 71%
Simulated
The nurse is caring for a newborn with erythroblastosis fetalis. The nurse understands that this disease is characterized by
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Erythroblastosis fetalis (B) involves hemolysis due to maternal-fetal blood incompatibility (e.g., Rh or ABO). Excessive red blood cell production (A) is incorrect. Phenylalanine metabolism issues (C) describe phenylketonuria. Sickle-shaped erythrocytes (D) indicate sickle cell anemia.