A 4-year-old boy and his parents have arrived at the clinic. The patient has been in remission with acute lymphocytic leukemia for 6 months but his parents are concerned that he may currently have an infection
As a part of a complete physical examination, the patient's blood has been drawn to assess for potential for infection. Which of the blood laboratory results would help the pediatric nurse assess the potential for an infection?
A) Neutrophils 60%, band neutrophils 5%
B) Neutrophils 42%, band neutrophils 1%
C) Neutrophils 36%, band neutrophils 2%
D) Neutrophils 56%, band neutrophils 3%
A
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A) At least 30% of the U.S. population is prone to drug addiction and abuse. B) The development of opioid dependence is rare when opioids are used for acute pain. C) Morphine is a common drug of abuse in the general population. D) The use of PRN (as needed) dosing provides the most consistent pain relief without risk of addiction.