When reviewing the CBC for a patient admitted with an elevated temperature and flank pain, which information will be most important for the nurse to communicate to the health care provider?

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The elevation in neutrophils indicates that the patient has an acute infection (such as pyelonephritis) that is causing the temperature elevation and flank pain. The nurse will anticipate that the health care provider will order a urinalysis for culture and sensitivity and initiate antibiotic therapy. The monocytes are at a normal level. The slight decreases in hemoglobin and platelet count would also be reported but will not require any acute treatment.

When Reviewing the CBC for a Patient Admitted with an Elevated