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The nurse is reviewing the white blood cell (WBC) count and differential on a client and notes that the results indicate a left shift. What are the possible indications for these laboratory results? Select all that apply. Rationale: The differential count reflects the percentage of the total number of WBCs. A left shift indicates an increased number of immature neutrophils, or an increased number of bands. This signals the presence of an acute infectious process. A right shift represents an increased number of mature neutrophils Cognitive Ability: Analyzing Client Needs: Physiological Integrity Strategy Reference Eiches ita regitersd trademail: of er suggestionszegardang the sen here to seatch

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Answer: The nurse observed that there is left shift in the WBC that means there are large number of immature cells are present. This is may be due to the infection in the bone marrow which results into immature production of the white blood cells.