Which laboratory result does the nurse identify as a direct result of the client's hypovolemic status with hemoconcentration?
A) Abnormal potassium level
B) Elevated hematocrit level
C) Low white blood count
D) Low urine specific gravity
B
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When hemoconcentration occurs due to a hypovolemic state, a high ratio of blood components in relation to watery plasma occurs, thus causing an elevated hematocrit level. A high white blood cell count and urine specific gravity is also noted. Other causes of an abnormal potassium level may be present.
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