Diagnostic assessment of Francis would probably not reveal:
A. Predominance of lymphoblasts
B. Leukocytosis
C. Abnormal blast cells in the bone marrow
D. Elevated thrombocyte counts
Correct Answer: B. Leukocytosis
Chronic Lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is characterized by increased production of leukocytes and lymphocytes resulting in leukocytosis, and proliferation of these cells within the bone marrow, spleen, and liver.
Option A: Lymphoblasts are most probably common in clients with CLL.
Option C: The increase in WBC production also involves abnormal blast cell production.
Option D: Elevated thrombocyte counts follow as the WBCs increase.