A 67-year-old female is admitted to the emergency department with a diagnosis of polycythemia vera.Upon taking the history,the patient will most likely report:
A) Hyperactivity
B) Decreased blood pressure
C) Chest pain
D) A pale skin color

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Coronary blood flow may be affected,precipitating angina.
The patient will experience signs of interrupted blood flow due to increased blood viscosity.They will not experience hyperactivity.
Blood pressure will be increased,not decreased.
The skin will be red over the face hands,feet,and ears.

A 67-Year-Old Female Is Admitted to the Emergency Department with a Diagnosis