An Older Client Has an Elevated Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN)

question 10

Multiple Choice

An older client has an elevated blood urea nitrogen (BUN) level, but the creatinine clearance is within normal limits. The nurse notes that the client's appetite has been poor the past few days. What should the nurse do about these laboratory findings?

• A) Perform a daily weight and document.
• B) Inform the physician of the BUN result.
• C) Assess intake, output, and dietary intake of protein.
• D) Monitor for increased medication levels.

Identify and apply the appropriate graphical representation for different types of data.

Distinguish between measures of central tendency and their application.

Recognize the appropriate statistical method to describe and analyze data based on the scale of measurement.

Interpret the results of statistical analysis in research findings.

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