A client reports fever and shortness of breath. The complete blood count with differential shows a white blood count of 16,000 cells/mL with90% neutrophils,2% eosinophils, and 1% basophils. Which condition has the client developed?

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The high white blood cell count with predominantly neutrophils suggests an acute bacterial infection, such as bacterial pneumonia. A viral infection would typically result in a lower white blood cell count and more lymphocytes. Systemic lupus erythematosus would present with a variety of symptoms beyond just fever and shortness of breath.

A Client Reports Fever and Shortness of Breath