Which of the following assessment findings is most likely to occur following a splenectomy?
a. Leukocytosis
b. Hypoglycemia
c. Decreased red blood cell count
d. Decreased platelets
ANS: A
Leukocytosis often occurs after splenectomy. A splenectomy is not a trigger for hypoglycemia or decreased levels of either red blood cells or platelets.
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