A 70-year-old patient is diagnosed with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). The nurse assesses the patient for which condition that may be associated with CLL?
A) Confusion
B) Renal colic
C) Enlargement of lymph nodes
D) Hyperplasia of the gums
Ans: C
Feedback: Lymphadenopathy can occur in CLL. Confusion may be a manifestation of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). Renal colic and hyperplasia of the gums can be caused by acute myeloid leukemia (AML).
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