When the Nurse Is Reviewing Laboratory Data for a Patient

question 33

Multiple Choice

When the nurse is reviewing laboratory data for a patient who is taking methotrexate ( Rheumatrex ) to treat rheumatoid arthritis, which information is most important to communicate to the health care provider?

• A) The blood glucose is 75 mg/dL.
• B) The rheumatoid factor is positive.
• C) The white blood cell ( WBC ) count is 1500/mL.
• D) The erythrocyte sedimentation rate is elevated.

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Definitions:

No Clutch Brake

Refers to a transmission design that does not incorporate a clutch pedal for the brake mechanism, often found in automatic or semi-automatic vehicles.

Pressure Plate Spring

Part of a vehicle’s clutch system, providing the necessary force to engage or disengage the clutch plate and the flywheel.

Clutch Pack Assembly

A component of automatic and some manual transmissions consisting of multiple alternating friction and steel plates, enabling different gear ratios.

Wood Chocks

Wooden blocks used to prevent wheels or heavy equipment from moving or rolling.