Author Question: A client is suspected of having chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). Which assessment findings are ... (Read 66 times)

kellyjaisingh · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A client is suspected of having chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). Which assessment findings are consistent with this diagnosis? (Select all that apply.)

1. Edema
2. Bleeding
3. Weight loss
4. Enlarged spleen
5. Exercise intolerance

Question 2

A client is admitted for treatment of polycythemia. What should the nurse expect when assessing this client? (Select all that apply.)

1. Tinnitus
2. Headaches
3. Hypotension
4. Blurred vision
5. Pale skin color

soda0602 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 1, 4, 5

1. Edema is a manifestation of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL).
2. Bleeding is a manifestation of acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL).
3. Weight loss is a manifestation of acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL).
4. Enlarged spleen is a manifestation of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL).
5. Exercise intolerance is a manifestation of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL).

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 1, 2, 4

1. In polycythemia the patient may complain of tinnitus.
2. In polycythemia the patient may complain of headaches.
3. Hypertension is associated with polycythemia.
4. In polycythemia the patient may complain of blurred vision.
5. Ruddy or dusky cyanosis of the face is common in polycythemia.