The Nurse Assesses the Lab Values of a Child Hospitalized

question 10

Multiple Choice

The nurse assesses the lab values of a child hospitalized with DIC.What findings are consistent for this disorder? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Decreased platelet count
• B) Increased hemoglobin
• C) Prolonged prothrombin time
• D) Elevated D-dimer
• E) Pancytopenia

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Definitions:

Tunnel Vision

A condition where peripheral vision is reduced or lost, literally or metaphorically, making it seem as though one is looking through a tunnel.

Increased Pressure

A condition where the force exerted by a fluid against a surface is higher than normal.

Pupillary Light Reflex

A reflex that controls the diameter of the pupil in response to the intensity of light to protect the retina by constricting or dilating the pupil.

Penlight

A small, portable flashlight, often used in medical examinations to observe pupils' reaction to light or to inspect areas of the mouth and throat.