A patient with myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) is receiving chemotherapy. Which of these laboratory values will be of most concern to the nurse?

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The low WBC level indicates a risk for infection; the nurse should notify the health care provider and expect an order to check the differential. The other values are normal and do not require any immediate action by the nurse except ongoing monitoring.

A Patient with Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS) Is Receiving Chemotherapy