A client diagnosed with hemolytic anemia typically presents with the following symptoms: Select all that apply
1. Tachycardia.
2. Jaundice.
3. Hepatomegaly.
4. Decreased urine output.
5. Increased urine output.
1. Tachycardia.
2. Jaundice.
3. Hepatomegaly.
4. Decreased urine output.
Rationale:
Tachycardia. Tachycardia is a result of decreased oxygenation in anemia.
Jaundice. Jaundice results from an increase in indirect billirubin in hemolysis.
Hepatomegaly. Hepatomegaly, particularly in combination with poor liver function, is an indicator of persistent hemolysis.
Decreased urine output. Decreased urine output is an indication of renal failure.
Increased urine output. Increased urine output would be atypical; decreased urine output is an indication of renal failure.
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