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joblessjake

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A white blood cell (WBC) count of 35,000 cells/mm3 on the morning of the first post-partum day indicates:
 
  a. Possible infection.
  b. Normal WBC limit.
  c. Serious infection.
  d. Suspicion of sexually transmitted disease.

Question 2

The nurse is obtaining a health history from parents whose 4-month-old boy has congenital hypothyroidism. Which of the following would the nurse most likely assess?
 
  A) The child has above-normal growth for his age.
  B) The child is active and playful.
  C) The skin is pink and healthy looking.
  D) It is difficult to keep the child awake.


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voltaire123

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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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A WBC count in the upper ranges of normal (20,000 to 30,000) may indicate an infection.
An elevated WBC count is anticipated, but becomes a concern as it hits the upper range.
An elevated WBC count is anticipated. This may not indicate a serious infection.
An elevated WBC count may be an indication of different types of infection.

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joblessjake

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Reply #2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jun 28, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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