A patient has a hematocrit of 64%. The nurse realizes this blood value is consistent with which of the following health conditions?
a. dehydration c. anemia
b. leukemia d. hemorrhage
A
An elevated hematocrit is seen in dehydration and polycythemia. A low hematocrit is seen in leukemia and hemorrhage. A low red blood cell count is associated with anemia.
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A) Tachycardia and hypotension B) Bradycardia and hypertension C) Tachycardia and hypertension D) Bradycardia and hypotension
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