The Most Helpful Laboratory Value in Monitoring the Progression of Declining

question 34

Multiple Choice

The most helpful laboratory value in monitoring the progression of declining renal function is

• A) serum creatinine.
• B) serum potassium.
• C) blood urea nitrogen.
• D) mental status changes.

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