How often should a patient with polycythemia vera have phlebotomy to thin the blood?
a. Every 2 to 3 weeks
b. Monthly
c. Every 2 to 3 months
d. Semiannually
C
The phlebotomies are scheduled about every 2 to 3 months in order to thin the blood to reduce hypertension and threat of stroke.
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Key customers for nurses are ____
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