01
True or false
1 point
A patient with a normal WBC count can still have an infection. True or false?
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2 Hematology and Coagulation Laboratory Values Online Quiz Questions
Use this free practice quiz with 20 questions to review 2 Hematology and Coagulation Laboratory Values, test your knowledge, and prepare for your next test or exam.
20 questions
02
Fill in the blank
1 point
A low MCV is described as .
03
True or false
1 point
A prolonged PT/INR or aPTT result, by itself, establishes that a patient is bleeding. True or false?
- A
True
- B
False
04
Fill in the blank
1 point
The clinical term for a low platelet count is .
05
Written response
1 point
Which coagulation test is commonly used to monitor warfarin therapy? Enter the test name or its standard abbreviation.
06
Written response
1 point
Which coagulation test may be used to monitor unfractionated heparin? Enter the test name or its standard abbreviation.
07
Choose one
1 point
A patient's hematocrit is above the laboratory's reference interval. Which interpretation is most appropriate?
- A
Dehydration may be contributing to the high result.
- B
The result alone proves that the patient has a blood cancer.
- C
A high hematocrit indicates a platelet plug has formed.
- D
The result rules out blood loss.
08
Choose one
1 point
A patient has a hemoglobin below the laboratory reference interval. Which assessment is most relevant to perform promptly?
- A
Assume the patient has iron-deficiency anemia and document that diagnosis.
- B
Ask about fatigue, shortness of breath, dizziness, and possible bleeding.
- C
Assess only for unilateral calf swelling.
- D
Wait for another CBC before asking about symptoms.
09
Choose one
1 point
A patient with known neutropenia develops a fever. What is the best nursing response?
- A
Wait for the next scheduled CBC before taking action.
- B
Reassure the patient that a low WBC prevents fever.
- C
Promptly assess the patient and follow the urgent infection-escalation pathway.
- D
Recommend an over-the-counter fever medicine and reassess tomorrow.
10
Choose one
1 point
A patient with a low platelet count develops new petechiae. Which action is appropriate?
- A
Encourage contact sports to maintain activity.
- B
Give an intramuscular injection to reduce the need for venipuncture.
- C
Independently discontinue all prescribed medicines.
- D
Assess for additional bleeding and promptly notify the responsible clinician according to policy.
11
Choose all
1 point
A patient has an increased bleeding risk. Select all appropriate precautions.
- A
Avoid unnecessary needle sticks and trauma.
- B
Encourage vigorous flossing to strengthen the gums.
- C
Apply prolonged pressure after venipuncture.
- D
Use a soft toothbrush when appropriate.
12
Choose one
1 point
A patient taking warfarin has an INR above the prescribed target and reports blood in the urine. What should the nurse do?
- A
Tell the patient to skip warfarin for several days without contacting the prescriber.
- B
Assess the patient and promptly escalate the result and bleeding symptom.
- C
Reassure the patient that a high INR prevents clots.
- D
Wait for the next routine appointment.
13
Choose all
1 point
A patient has an unexpectedly prolonged coagulation result. Which findings should prompt urgent escalation? Select all that apply.
- A
Blood in the urine.
- B
A long-standing, unchanged freckle.
- C
New unilateral leg swelling or pain.
- D
Sudden shortness of breath.
14
Open ended
1 point
A laboratory reports a critical coagulation result for a patient whose condition is worsening. Describe the nursing response from the initial assessment through communication, documentation, and reassessment.
15
Choose one
1 point
A patient’s MCV is 108 fL. Which interpretation is most consistent with this result?
- A
Macrocytic; it can occur with vitamin B12 or folate deficiency.
- B
Microcytic; it can occur with iron deficiency or thalassemia.
- C
A platelet abnormality; it establishes a bleeding disorder.
- D
A normal red-cell size; it rules out anemia.
16
Choose one
1 point
A patient has a hematocrit above the laboratory’s reference interval. Which interpretation is most appropriate?
- A
It proves the patient has increased red-cell production.
- B
It confirms a diagnosis of anemia.
- C
It may reflect dehydration or increased red-cell concentration and needs contextual interpretation.
- D
It rules out a need to review symptoms or trends.
17
Written response
1 point
Which clotting pathways does the aPTT assess?
18
Choose one
1 point
A patient has a normal WBC result but develops symptoms concerning for infection. Which interpretation should guide the nurse’s response?
- A
A normal WBC rules out infection, so no further assessment is needed.
- B
A normal WBC does not rule out infection; assess the patient’s symptoms and condition.
- C
A normal WBC confirms that an infection is viral.
- D
A normal WBC means the patient cannot deteriorate from infection.
19
Written response
1 point
In a patient with a low WBC, which specific measure is especially relevant to assessing infection risk?
20
True or false
1 point
A CBC result on its own can establish a diagnosis. True or false?
- A
True
- B
False
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