Physiological AdaptationPregunta 110 de 120
A client's laboratory results show a hemoglobin of 7.2 g/dL. Which assessment finding is most consistent with this value?
a.Bradycardia and hypertension
b.Fatigue, pallor, and tachycardia
c.Warm, ruddy skin
d.Increased energy and alertness
Explicación
A hemoglobin of 7.2 g/dL indicates anemia, producing fatigue, pallor, and compensatory tachycardia due to reduced oxygen-carrying capacity.
Practica las 120 preguntas gratis — sin registro.
Preguntas relacionadas de este tema
- A nurse assesses a client with hypothyroidism. Which finding is expected?
- A client with type 1 diabetes is diaphoretic, shaky, and confused with a blood glucose of 54 mg/dL. What is the priority intervention?
- A nurse is monitoring a client after a total hip replacement. Which finding suggests a possible pulmonary embolism?
- A nurse cares for a client with increased intracranial pressure. Which finding is an early sign?
- A client with Addison's disease is at risk for adrenal crisis. Which finding requires immediate intervention?
- A nurse reviews arterial blood gases: pH 7.50, PaCO2 30 mm Hg, HCO3 24 mEq/L. Which condition does this represent?
Última revisión: · proceso editorial
Sen Lin, Fundador de PrepPass · Verificado con NCLEX-RN (National Council Licensure Exam — Registered Nurse) · Cómo revisamos