Which of the following would be expected in  Paolo who is diagnosed with pericarditis? *1 pointA. Low WBCB. High blood pressureC. PurpuraD. Fatigue

Pericarditis is an inflammation of the pericardium, the sac-like structure around the heart. This condition can cause several symptoms, including fatigue, chest pain, shortness of breath, and irregular heart rhythms.

Let's analyze the options:

A. Low WBC: White blood cells (WBC) are part of the immune system and help fight infections. Pericarditis is often caused by viral infections, so you might expect an increase, not a decrease, in WBC count as the body fights off the infection.

B. High blood pressure: Pericarditis does not typically cause high blood pressure. Instead, it can cause low blood pressure if it leads to pericardial effusion (fluid around the heart) and cardiac tamponade (pressure on the heart due to this fluid).

C. Purpura: This is a condition that causes red or purple discolorations on the skin, which do not blanch on applying pressure. It is usually not associated with pericarditis.

D. Fatigue: This is a common symptom of pericarditis. The body uses energy to fight inflammation, which can lead to feelings of tiredness or fatigue.

So, the most expected condition in Paolo, who is diagnosed with pericarditis, would be fatigue.