A client is diagnosed with emphysema. For which of the following hematologic disorders should the nurse include in the assessment of this client?

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Emphysema is a condition that affects the lungs and often leads to difficulty breathing. Polycythemia, a hematologic disorder characterized by an increase in the number of red blood cells in the bloodstream, is often associated with chronic lung diseases such as emphysema. The nurse should assess for signs of polycythemia in this client, such as an elevated hematocrit or hemoglobin level, because it can further decrease the client's ability to breathe effectively. Hemolytic anemia, disseminated intravascular coagulation, and hemophilia are not typically associated with emphysema.

A Client Is Diagnosed with Emphysema