Question

32 of 50 the nurse is reviewing a clients record and notes that the primary health care provider has documented that the client has chronic kidney disease. on review of the laboratory results, the nurse most likely would expect to note which finding? answer options 1 elevated creatinine level 2 decreased hemoglobin level 3 decreased red blood cell count 4 increased number of white blood cells in the urine rationale, strategy, reference, tip

Explanation:

Chronic kidney disease impairs kidney function. The kidneys are responsible for filtering waste products like creatinine, so with reduced function, creatinine levels rise. Also, the kidneys produce erythropoietin which stimulates red - blood - cell production. In chronic kidney disease, erythropoietin production is decreased, leading to decreased red - blood - cell count and decreased hemoglobin level. Increased white - blood - cells in urine are more indicative of urinary tract infection. Elevated creatinine is the most direct and common finding related to kidney function impairment in chronic kidney disease.

Answer:

1. Elevated creatinine level