The nurse's review of a patient's most recent blood work reveals a significant increase in the number of band cells. The nurse's subsequent assessment should focus on which of the following?
A) Respiratory function
B) Evidence of decreased tissue perfusion
C) Signs and symptoms of infection
D) Recent changes in activity tolerance
Ans: C
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Ordinarily, band cells account for only a small percentage of circulating granulocytes, although their percentage can increase greatly under conditions in which neutrophil production increases, such as infection. This finding is not suggestive of problems with oxygenation and subsequent activity intolerance.
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