Which of these findings, if identified in a patient with a diagnosis of diabetes mellitus type 1 who has a serum hematocrit of 18%, should a nurse report to the primary healthcare provider immediately?

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A serum hematocrit of 18% indicates severe anemia, which may be caused by many factors, including hypoglycemia. Therefore, a capillary blood glucose value of 60 mg/dL should be reported immediately to the primary healthcare provider, as it may be a sign of dangerously low blood sugar levels. The other findings are important but not as urgent as hypoglycemia in a patient with severe anemia.

Which of These Findings, If Identified in a Patient with a Diagnosis