Identifying Abnormal Laboratory Values

Easy Reduction Of Risk Potential Laboratory Values

A patient has undergone routine laboratory tests as part of a health check. As a nurse, it is crucial to monitor certain laboratory values to reduce the risk of potential complications. Below are various laboratory values that you might encounter. Select all the values that are considered abnormal and may require further assessment or intervention.

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Hemoglobin level of 10 g/dL

White blood cell (WBC) count of 15,000 cells/mm³

Platelet count of 450,000 cells/mm³

Blood glucose level of 200 mg/dL

Sodium level of 130 mEq/L

Potassium level of 4.0 mEq/L

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