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A child who has -thalassemia is receiving numerous blood transfusions. The child also is receiving deferoxamine (Desferal) therapy. The parents ask how the deferoxamine will help their child.
 
  The nurse explains that the deferoxamine (Desferal) is given to: 1. Prevent blood transfusion reactions.
  2. Stimulate red blood cell production.
  3. Provide vitamin supplement.
  4. Prevent iron overload.
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