A Patient's Laboratory Test Results Following Peritoneal Fluid Analysis Indicate

question 177

Multiple Choice

A patient's laboratory test results following peritoneal fluid analysis indicate that the patient likely has a tuberculosis effusion.The nurse is aware that which of the following findings are associated with this condition? Select all that apply.

• A)Elevated red blood cell (RBC)count
• B)Increased amylase level
• C)Elevated lymphocyte count
• D)Positive acid-fast bacillus smear and culture
• E)Decreased glucose level

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