A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client with suspected hemorrhage. Which finding should the nurse expect to observe in a client experiencing acute blood loss?

A) Incorrect. Acute blood loss does not typically lead to a decreased platelet count. Platelet levels may remain within the normal range or slightly decrease due to hemodilution.

B) Correct. In acute blood loss, the concentration of red blood cells decreases, leading to hemoconcentration and elevated hemoglobin levels. This is the body's initial response to conserve oxygen-carrying capacity.

C) Incorrect. An increased white blood cell count is not a direct result of acute blood loss and may indicate other inflammatory or infectious processes.

D) Incorrect. Elevated liver enzymes are not a typical finding in acute blood loss. They are more indicative of liver injury or dysfunction.

A) Correct. Arteriography is a radiographic procedure that uses contrast dye to visualize the blood vessels and can precisely identify the location and cause of bleeding, especially in cases of significant hemorrhage.

B) Incorrect. An electrocardiogram (ECG) is used to assess the heart's electrical activity and is not relevant to identifying the location of bleeding.

C) Incorrect. A chest X-ray may be performed for various respiratory or cardiovascular assessments, but it is not specific to identifying the cause of bleeding.

D) Incorrect. A complete blood count (CBC) provides valuable information about the client's red blood cells and hemoglobin levels but does not directly identify the exact location and cause of bleeding.