The nurse assessing a differential sees an increase in immature neutrophils (bands) and is aware that this indicates:
A. a significant hemorrhage.
B. aplastic anemia.
C. an overwhelming bacterial infection.
D. beginning recovery from an infection.

Question

The nurse assessing a differential sees an increase in immature neutrophils (bands) and is aware that this indicates:
A. a significant hemorrhage.
B. aplastic anemia.
C. an overwhelming bacterial infection.
D. beginning recovery from an infection.

Accepted Answer

***C*** ∻Key Concept∻ ⚹Left shift⚹ ∻Explanation∻ ⚹An increase in immature neutrophils, often referred to as a "left shift," typically indicates an overwhelming bacterial infection, as the body is producing more white blood cells to fight off the infection.⚹◊What historical events influenced the development of medical knowledge regarding the significance of immature neutrophils in diagnosing infections?⍭ Generate me a similar question◊

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