The nurse is providing care to a patient with a history of colorectal cancer who has been receiving chemotherapy and is admitted with symptoms of a small bowel obstruction.The patient is placed in a semiprivate room, has a nasogastric tube to suction, and is wearing antiembolic stockings.Which of the following laboratory results would require an intervention by the nurse? A)WBC = 2.1 *10³/mm³ B)pH = 7.36 C)Potassium = 3.2 mEq/L D)Sodium = 138 mEq

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A WBC count of 2.1 x 10^3/mm^3 indicates severe leukopenia, which can put the patient at risk for infection. This laboratory result requires intervention by the nurse, such as notifying the healthcare provider and implementing appropriate infection control measures. The other laboratory results are within normal ranges or clinically acceptable values.

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