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magmichele12

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Which abnormal laboratory value is associated with an icteric sclera?
 
  a. Bleeding time
  b. Bilirubin
  c. Hemoglobin
  d. Glucose

Question 2

Small hemorrhages are noted under the nailbed of a patient with a history of intravenous drug abuse. This finding is associated with:
 
  a. Low albumin levels
  b. Zinc deficiency
  c. Renal disease
  d. Bacterial endocarditis



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Answer to Question 1

B
An icteric sclera is associated with elevated bilirubin levels. Low hemoglobin would indicate anemia. High hemoglobin is polycythemia, which is like thick blood. Low glucose is hypoglycemia, and high sugar is hyperglycemia.

Answer to Question 2

D
Small hemorrhages under the nailbed, known as splinter hemorrhages, are associated with bacterial endocarditis, a complication of IV drug abuse. A distal band of reddish-pink covering 20 to 60 of the nail (half and half nails) is seen in patients with low albumin levels and renal disease. White spots may indicate zinc deficiency.



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