A Patient's Laboratory Values Indicate a "Shift to the Left

question 18

Multiple Choice

A patient's laboratory values indicate a "shift to the left." The nurse would expect changes in which cell count?

• A) Platelets
• B) White blood cell count
• C) Erythrocytes
• D) Absolute neutrophil count (ANC)

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Definitions:

Sodium Ethoxide

A strong base and nucleophile derived from ethanol and sodium, used in various organic reactions.

Ethanol

A two-carbon alcohol, commonly known as alcohol, used as a solvent, in beverages, and as a fuel additive.

Major Products

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Major Organic Product

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