An elevated leukocyte level (white blood cell count) indicates ...

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An elevated leukocyte level (white blood cell count) indicates the presence of infection.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

One main cause of wound dehiscence is
 
  a. obesity.
  b. wound infection.
  c. overextended bladder.
  d. perforated bowel.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: T
Blood should be drawn from patients as a precaution and carefully evaluated for abnormal lab results. An elevated white blood cell count can indicate the patient has an infection.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Dehiscence is a partial or total separation of the superficial layers of the wound. Wound infection can cause dehiscence.

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