How to interpret haematology results to inform diagnosis and management

Macarthur, Vicky ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0003-0637-6551 and Butler, Clare (2024) How to interpret haematology results to inform diagnosis and management. Nursing Times, 120 (12). Item availability may be restricted.

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Abstract

Accurate interpretation of a full blood count is a cornerstone of diagnostic decision making, empowering advanced practitioners to deliver informed and holistic patient care. Advanced practitioners must meticulously analyse full blood count results alongside clinical presentation and a thorough patient history and examination of the patient. This article explains how to interpret haematology results to inform diagnosis and management, with a focus on both red and white cell indices, as well as platelet count.

Item Type:	Article
Journal / Publication Title:	Nursing Times
Publisher:	EMAP Publishing
ISSN:	0954-7762
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Departments:	Institute of Health > Nursing
Additional Information:	Authors: Vicky MacArthur is senior lecturer in advanced clinical practice, University of Cumbria; Clare Butler is programme lead for advanced, enhanced, and specialist practice, Oxford Brookes University.
Depositing User:	Anna Lupton
Date Deposited:	26 Nov 2024 09:56
Last Modified:	26 Nov 2024 10:00
URI:	https://insight.cumbria.ac.uk/id/eprint/8514