A Nurse Reviews the Laboratory Data of a Client Suspected

question 10

Multiple Choice

A nurse reviews the laboratory data of a client suspected of having the diagnosis of major depressive episode. Which lab value would potentially rule out this diagnosis?

• A) Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) level of 25 U/mL
• B) Potassium (K⁺) level of 4.2 mEq/L
• C) Sodium (Na⁺) level of 140 mEq/L
• D) Calcium (Ca²⁺) level of 9.5 mg/dL

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Definitions:

Systematic Observations

An organized method of monitoring, recording, and analyzing occurrences in a structured manner to gather reliable data.

Patient Interactions

Exchanges or engagements between healthcare providers and patients for the purpose of providing or receiving healthcare services.

Assessment Data

Information gathered through various methods to evaluate or measure someone's abilities, skills, or understanding in a specific area.

Subjective Data

Information provided directly by the patient or their close contacts, reflecting personal experiences and perceptions.