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Yolanda

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on: Jul 11, 2018
Which assessment finding is considered a normal change in an older patient's hematological system?
 
  1. Mild anemia
  2. Decrease in lymphocyte function
  3. Decrease in platelet adhesiveness
  4. Increased number of stem cells in the bone marrow

Question 2

A nurse is monitoring a client newly diagnosed with diabetes mellitus for signs of complications. Which of the following, if exhibited in the client, would indicate hyperglycemia and warrant physician notification?
 
  A) Polyuria
  B) Diaphoresis
  C) Hypertension
  D) Increased pulse rate


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Rationale: Mild anemia is not a normal part of the aging process, and should be investigated and treated.

Answer to Question 2

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Yolanda

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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