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tingc95

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on: Jul 11, 2018
The patient has a history of iron deficiency anemia. The value most indicative of iron deficiency anemia is
 
  a. a hemoglobin of 8 g/dL.
  b. a leukocyte count of 8,000/mm3.
  c. an RBC of 6 million/mm3.
  d. a platelet count of 20,000/mm3.

Question 2

The nurse prepares the patient for a test to determine the cause of the cerebrovascular accident (CVA). For which test should the nurse teach the client and family?
 
  A) Carotid Doppler studies
  B) Visual acuity testing
  C) Arterial blood flow to weakened extremity
  D) Speech therapy evaluation


Ahnyah

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

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Blood studies will show RBC count and hemoglobin and hematocrit levels to be below normal. The normal hemoglobin level is 14 to 18 g/dL for males.

Answer to Question 2

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Those with arteriosclerosis are at risk for thrombus formation causing most CVAs. Carotid Doppler studies examine the blood flow to the brain and arteriosclerosis. The other choices evaluate the impact of cerebrovascular attacks.


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