A person has lab drawn and the white blood cell count is much higher than normal. The healthcare professional understands which facts about this finding?
a. The person has leukocytosis.
b. The person has leukopenia.
c. The person may have an infection.
d. The person may have a myeloproliferative disorder.
e. The person needs a bone marrow biopsy
Answer:
a. The person has leukocytosis.
c. The person may have an infection.
d. The person may have a myeloproliferative disorder.
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1. Increasing self-esteem 2. Preparing the participants for childrearing 3. Offering information on the risks of breastfeeding 4. Providing anticipatory guidance about pregnancy 5. Helping participants develop more adaptive coping skills