Chronic renal failure

Chronic renal failure ( 47 Questions)

A client with chronic renal failure is experiencing severe anemia. Which laboratory finding should the nurse expect in this client?


Correct Answer: C

A. Incorrect. Severe anemia in chronic renal failure is characterized by low hemoglobin levels, not elevated levels.

B. Incorrect. Chronic renal failure can lead to decreased red blood cell production, resulting in a reduced red blood cell count.

C. Correct. Chronic renal failure often leads to decreased production of erythropoietin, a hormone that stimulates red blood cell production. This deficiency results in low hematocrit levels and severe anemia.

D. Incorrect. Chronic renal failure is not typically associated with elevated platelet counts; in fact, it can lead to platelet dysfunction and an increased risk of bleeding.

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