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Hematocrit Values
Question | Answer |
---|---|
Male Hct | 42 - 52 % |
Female Hct | 37 - 47 % |
Child Hct (6 to 18 year old) | 32 - 44 % |
Pregnant Hct | > 33 % |
Hematocrit units expressed in | % |
Hematocrit abbreviation | Hct |
Common causes of low Hct? | Blood loss / Anemia |
Decreased level - Assess for what 3 things? | Fatigue / Paleness / Tachycardia |
Increased level - Assess for what 3 things? | Dehydration / Hypovolemia / Low urinary output (<25 mls/hr or 600 mls/day) |
Assess vital signs - watch for? | Hypovolemic Shock |