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What is the most immediate concern regarding Estelle’s hematocrit?


(A) It is decreased and there might be internal bleeding from the surgery.

(B) It is normal and there are no concerns with it.

(C) It is elevated, suggesting she is dehydrated.

(D) It is decreased and she might have kidney damage and be losing erythrocytes in her urine.

Answer :

Answer:

(A) It is decreased and there might be internal bleeding from the surgery.

Explanation:

A decreased hematocrit may result from loss of blood. It's therefore important for it to be checked in post-operative patients to observe for possible internal bleeding

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