A patient with wet gangrene will have infection that causes swelling of the tissues. What can result as a consequence of the gangrene?

A patient's laboratory results indicate a markedly increased hemoglobin, hematocrit, and red blood cell count. White blood cells and platelets are also slightly increased. The erythropoietin level is decreased. Which is most likely:

a. Relative polycythemia b. Secondary polycythemia c. Polycythemia vera d. Reactive erythrocytosis

Which of the following medications is indicated in the treatment of a 52-year-old man with difficulty breathing and a history of emphysema?

A) Activated charcoal B) Nitroglycerin C) Proventil D) Oral glucose