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NCLEX-RN
Physiological Integrity

Laboratory Values Indicating Pancreatitis

Hard Reduction Of Risk Potential Laboratory Values

A patient presents to the emergency department with severe abdominal pain. Upon assessment, the nurse notes potential signs of pancreatitis. The healthcare provider orders several laboratory tests, including amylase and lipase levels. It is essential for the nurse to understand the normal ranges for these enzymes to interpret the results effectively.

Which of the following laboratory values would indicate a potential diagnosis of pancreatitis, considering that the normal range for serum amylase is approximately 30-110 U/L and for lipase is 0-160 U/L?

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