You receive a test report for a patient in the ICU who has a low blood pressure and a very fast pulse rate. The patient's hemoglobin is 10 and hematocrit is 30 mg/dL. A reasonable explanation for this test result is:

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Anemia (as shown in this question by a low hemoglobin and hematocrit) accompanied by tachycardia and hypotension strongly suggests hemorrhage (bleeding) as the cause of this patient's symptoms.

You Receive a Test Report for a Patient in the ICU