Following treatment for iron deficiency anemia, the physician orders lab tests. Which lab value would indicate an improvement in the child's condition?
A)Low hemoglobin
B)Normal platelet count
C)High reticulocyte count
D)Low hematocrit

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A high reticulocyte count would indicate that the bone marrow is responding to the treatment and producing more red blood cells, which is the desired outcome in the treatment of iron deficiency anemia. Low hemoglobin, low hematocrit, and normal platelet count are all indicators of anemia and would not necessarily indicate improvement in the child's condition.

Following Treatment for Iron Deficiency Anemia, the Physician Orders Lab