Which Characteristic Does the Nurse Associate with Secondary Polycythemia

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which characteristic does the nurse associate with secondary polycythemia?

• A)High erythropoietin level
• B)Normal erythropoietin level
• C)Increased platelet count
• D)Elevated white blood cell count

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Definitions:

Surface Current Flow

The movement of water at the ocean or sea surface, driven by wind, temperature differences, and Earth's rotation.

Northern Hemisphere

The Northern Hemisphere is the half of Earth that lies north of the equator, containing approximately 90% of the human population.

Atmospheric Flow

The movement of air due to differences in temperature and pressure across the Earth's surface.

Heavy Precipitation

The occurrence of a significant amount of rainfall in a short period of time, often leading to flooding.