{"id":142117,"date":"2024-09-21T12:30:24","date_gmt":"2024-09-21T12:30:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/learnexams.com\/blog\/?p=142117"},"modified":"2024-09-21T12:30:26","modified_gmt":"2024-09-21T12:30:26","slug":"a-nurse-is-collecting-data-from-a-client-whose-hgb-is-8-8-mg-dl","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.learnexams.com\/blog\/2024\/09\/21\/a-nurse-is-collecting-data-from-a-client-whose-hgb-is-8-8-mg-dl\/","title":{"rendered":"A nurse is collecting data from a client whose Hgb is 8.8 mg\/dL"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A nurse is collecting data from a client whose Hgb is 8.8 mg\/dL. Which of the following statements should the nurse expect?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A.
“I feel tired all the time.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

B.
“I have noticed that my fingernails are becoming thicker.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

C.
“I have to go to the bathroom all the time.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

D.
“I notice that my hands are always shaky.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The correct answer and Explanation is :<\/strong><\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The correct answer is A. “I feel tired all the time.”<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explanation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Hemoglobin (Hgb) levels are a key indicator of a patient\u2019s overall health, particularly in assessing for anemia. A hemoglobin level of 8.8 mg\/dL is considered low and can indicate various types of anemia. Patients with low hemoglobin levels typically experience symptoms related to decreased oxygen-carrying capacity in the blood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fatigue<\/strong> is one of the most common complaints among individuals with anemia. When hemoglobin is low, the body’s tissues and organs receive insufficient oxygen, leading to feelings of tiredness and weakness. This decreased oxygen delivery can significantly impact physical performance and daily activities, making fatigue a hallmark symptom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other options can be evaluated as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • B. “I have noticed that my fingernails are becoming thicker.”<\/strong> This statement is not typically associated with low hemoglobin levels. Instead, changes in nails such as brittleness or thinning can be linked to nutritional deficiencies rather than directly to anemia.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • C. “I have to go to the bathroom all the time.”<\/strong> Frequent urination is not a typical symptom of anemia. While it can be related to other medical issues, it does not correlate with low hemoglobin levels.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • D. “I notice that my hands are always shaky.”<\/strong> Tremors can be associated with various conditions, such as anxiety, neurological disorders, or other factors, but they are not a primary symptom of anemia or low hemoglobin.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    In summary, option A is the most appropriate response because fatigue directly relates to the physiological effects of low hemoglobin levels and is a common experience for individuals dealing with anemia. Addressing this symptom often involves identifying the underlying cause of anemia and initiating appropriate treatment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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