A Patient Diagnosed with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Has Laboratory Values

question 11

Multiple Choice

A patient diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus has laboratory values indicative of an excerbation. Which of the following should the nurse report to the physician? Select all that apply.

• A)WBC 16,000
• B)presence of bands
• C)Sed rate 45
• D)Hgb 14.2
• E)sodium 138

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Definitions:

Carrying Value

The book value of an asset or liability on a company's balance sheet, calculated as the original cost minus accumulated depreciation or amortization.

Common Stock

Represents a type of security that signifies ownership in a corporation and represents a claim on part of the corporation's assets and earnings.

Long-Term Notes Payable

A debt obligation with a maturity of more than one year, often used for financing assets or other long-term investments.

Cash Payment

The act of disbursing money to settle a transaction, bill, or debt.