The client diagnosed with anemia has the following lab results: hemoglobin 7.8 g/dL,platelets 150,000,white blood cells 4.7,and hematocrit 23.4%.Which lab result indicates the transfusion worked after receiving 2 units of packed red blood cells?
A)Hemoglobin 11 g/dL
B)Platelets 130,000
C)White blood cells 5.3
D)Hematocrit 15%

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The increase in hemoglobin from 7.8 g/dL to 11 g/dL indicates the transfusion of packed red blood cells was effective, as it directly increases the hemoglobin level, which is a primary indicator of anemia treatment success.

The Client Diagnosed with Anemia Has the Following Lab Results