Read This Patient's Physical Exam and Lab Work: "Physical Exam:General

question 99

Multiple Choice

Read this patient's physical exam and lab work: "Physical Exam:General: NAD. Head: PERRLA. Mucous membranes moist and pink. Cardiovascular: Regular in rate and rhythm without murmurs. Respiratory: Clear to auscultation. Abdomen: Soft, nontender, nondistended, no hepatosplenomegaly. Neurologic: Alert, oriented. Skin: Pink, warm. Labs: Elevated BUN and creatinine." According to this information, which of the following statements is TRUE?

• A) The patient has a fast heartbeat.
• B) The patient has a blue tint to his skin.
• C) The patient has an elevated level of blood urea nitrogen.
• D) The patient looks ill.
• E) The patient's liver and spleen are enlarged.