A patient with iron-deficiency anemia has been taking oral iron supplements. Which test should the nurse review to determine the effectiveness of this intervention?
a. Hemoglobin and hematocrit
b. WBC and platelet counts
c. Electrolytes, blood urea nitrogen (BUN), and creatinine
d. Thrombin clotting time (TCT) and prothrombin time (PT)
ANS: B
Hemoglobin and hematocrit are below normal in anemia. C. Electrolyte, BUN, and creatinine abnormalities usually indicate kidney pathology. D. Thrombin clotting time and PT monitor the effectiveness of anticoagulant therapy. B. WBC counts are used to monitor the effectiveness of antibiotic therapy for infections. Platelets are monitored to determine clotting ability.
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