Question

A client has been experiencing anemia and thrombocytopenia. Subsequent diagnostic testing has revealed the presence of immature granulocyte types and the Philadelphia chromosome. This client is likely to experience:

a.a self-limiting infection with the Epstein--Barr virus.
b.a high risk of pathologic bone fractures.
c.a prolonged chronic phase of leukemia.
d.hyperuricemia.

Answer 1

Answer:

chronic phase of leukamia (c)

Explanation:

The Philadelphia chromosome is specifically associated with CML, a disease that typically has a chronic phase of variable length. CMLdoes not have a viral etiology. Fractures are associated with multiple myeloma. Hyperuricemia is more closely associated with acute leukemias than chronic leukemias