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torybrooks · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

Which cerebrospinal fluid analysis result will be most important for the nurse to communicate to the health care provider?

a. Specific gravity 1.007
b. Protein 65 mg/dL (0.65 g/L)
c. Glucose 45 mg/dL (1.7 mmol/L)
d. White blood cell (WBC) count 4 cells/L

Question 2

Which information about a 76-year-old patient is most important for the admitting nurse to report to the patient's health care provider?

a. Triceps reflex response graded at 1/5
b. Unintended weight loss of 20 pounds
c. 10 mm Hg orthostatic drop in systolic blood pressure
d. Patient complaint of chronic difficulty in falling asleep

aadams68 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
The protein level is high. The specific gravity, WBCs, and glucose values are normal.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Although changes in appetite are normal with aging, a 20-pound weight loss requires further investigation. Orthostatic drops in blood pressure, changes in sleep patterns, and slowing of reflexes are normal changes in aging.