Which of the following is NOT correct regarding the international normalized ratio (INR)?

Given the following data:  WBC = 5,800/uL          Diff = Segs, 45 %; Lymphs, 40%; Monos, 8%; Eos, 4%; Basos, 3%               The absolute lymphocyte count on this patient is?

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Which of the following cells are most likely to stain PAS positive?  

Auer rods may be seen in 

Vitamin K is required for the adequate provision of all but one of the following procoagulant factors: 

A 30-year old radiologist was admitted to the hospital with a fever and rheumatoid pains.  There was generalized lymphadenopathy and slight splenomegaly.  The hgb was 6.5 g/dL, hct was 25%, RBC count was 3.0×106/uL, WBC count was 40,000/uL, platelets were 50,000/uL.  The predominant cell on the smear was a blast cell. Auer rods were noted.  The probable diagnosis is  

A nurse is caring for a client admitted with acute cholecystitis. Which of the following nursing actions are appropriate for this client? Select all that apply.

Patient: Mrs. L, 58-year-old female Past Medical History: Rheumatoid arthritis diagnosed 10 years ago Hypertension controlled with lisinopril Type 2 diabetes mellitus controlled with metformin Vital Signs: Temperature: 100.2 °F (37.9 °C) Heart rate: 92 bpm Blood pressure: 138/86 mmHg Respiratory rate: 18/min Oxygen saturation: 98% on room air Clinical Manifestations: Symmetric swelling and tenderness in wrists, MCP, and PIP joints Morning stiffness lasting >1 hour Fatigue and generalized malaise Difficulty gripping objects and performing fine motor tasks Laboratory Results: ESR: 48 mm/hr (elevated) CRP: 22 mg/L (elevated) Rheumatoid factor: Positive Anti-CCP antibodies: Positive CBC: Mild anemia (Hgb 11.5 g/dL) Serum uric acid: 5.2 mg/dL (normal) Based on the scenario, which nursing diagnosis is most appropriate for Mrs. L?

A nurse is reviewing the medical histories of four clients. Which client has the highest probability of having Sjögren syndrome?