A 6-year-old male presents with fever, pain, swelling, and warmth. Tests reveal osteomyelitis In addition to the clinical symptoms, the nurse would expect elevations in which lab tests? (Select all that apply.)
a. C-reactive protein
b. White blood cell count
c. Red cell count
d. Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR)
e. Liver enzymes
Answer: A, B, D
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