What signs and symptoms would the nurse expect to observe in a patient with excessive white blood cells present in the urine?
a. Fever and chills
b. Difficulty holding in urine
c. Increased blood pressure
d. Abnormal blood sugar
A
The presence of white blood cells in urine indicates a urinary tract infection. Difficulty with urinary elimination indicates blockage or renal damage. Increased blood pressure is associated with renal disease or damage and some medications. Abnormal blood sugars would be seen in someone with ketones in the urine, as this finding indicates diabetes.
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