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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 |