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fbq8i

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on: Jul 11, 2018
Which of the following is an abnormal urinalysis finding for older adults?
 
  a. Glucose in the urine
  b. 0 to 3 red blood cells in the urine
  c. 0 to 4 white blood cells in the urine
  d. Trace of protein in the urine

Question 2

The disease process most commonly associated with a low hemoglobin value is
 
  a. Anemia
  b. Congestive heart failure
  c. Osteoporosis
  d. Renal failure


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CourtneyCNorton

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

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The kidneys are very effective at returning glucose to the general circulation and excrete glucose only if the serum level is abnormally high. It is normal to have a few red blood cells and white blood cells (responses B and C) and a trace of protein (response D) in the urine.

Answer to Question 2

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Low hemoglobin is one of the laboratory results that is related to anemia. Responses B, C, and D are incorrect.


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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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