The nurse is analyzing a client's preoperative blood studies. Which of the following blood studies should the nurse review to assess for anemia and infection in a client with no known health problems? (Select all that apply.)

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Preoperative blood studies for assessing anemia, immune status, and infection include RBC, Hgb, Hct, platelets, WBC, and WBC differential. Prothrombin (INR) time would be used to assess bleeding tendencies. Serum potassium would not be assessed as part of anemia or infection but would be assessed in a client who is taking a diuretic.

The Nurse Is Analyzing a Client's Preoperative Blood Studies