A nurse is providing care to a client experiencing hematologic failure. The nurse understands that this can include which of the following? Select all that apply
A) Anemia
B) Bleeding
C) Hypertension
D) Infection
E) Hypoglycemia
Ans: A, B, D
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Hematologic failure results when inadequate numbers of blood cells are produced, leading to decreased oxygen transportation, blood coagulation, or inability for the body to prevent the invasion of microorganisms, which can lead to anemia, bleeding, and infection.
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