This patient is most likely suffering from sickle cell anemia. This cell, which is sickle-shaped, is indicative of the presence of hemoglobin S. Polychromasia is also commonly observed in sickle cell anemia.
After experiencing crippling pain in her chest, Elizabeth's mother rushes her to the Emergency Room. After a complete blood count and differential are ordered, the hematology technologist views many peripheral cells similar in appearance to those found in the image below. Which condition is most likely present?

• A.sickle cell anemia
• B.hemoglobin c disease
• C.myocardial infarction
• D.beta thalassemia

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In sickle cell anemia, rapid hemoglobin turnover may be present. HbA1C and other glycated hemoglobin assays are not valid in rapid hemoglobin turnover and in abnormal hemoglobin conditions. Fructosamine measurements can be used because of shorter half life of albumin.
HbA1C measurements are NOT ordinarily used to monitor long-term diabetic control in a diabetic with sickle cell anemia.

• A.true
• B.false

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Provide the equivalent measurement for one gallon.
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• A.4.2 liters
• B.3.79 liters
• C.1 liter
• D.2.5 liters

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Which of the following could reduce the risk of a patient becoming infected with a hospital acquired infection?

• A.Pre-surgical testing
• B.Proper handwashing procedure
• C.Antibiotic therapy
• D.Chemotherapy

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A patient with tuberculosis would be placed in:

• A.airborne isolation.
• B.body fluid isolation.
• C.droplet isolation.
• D.protective isolation.

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