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casperchen82 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The nurse is reviewing a client's laboratory report. The report indicates the client's albumin level is 2.89 g/L. Which inference can the nurse make about the laboratory result?

A) The client has an infection.
B) The client has been taking steroids.
C) The client has likely been on a high protein diet.
D) The client may be overhydrated.

Question 2

A woman complains of cracking fissures in the corner of her mouth. Which instruction should the nurse include in the information provided to the client?

A) Increase intake of eggs and milk.
B) Avoid citrus fruits for the next few weeks.
C) Nuts and legume intake should be increased.
D) Potatoes and other starch containing foods should be restricted.

sylvia · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
Feedback:
Serum albumin values reflect protein intake or absorption. Values of less than 3.5 g/dL (35 g/L) may indicate nutritional deficits. Such protein changes take more than 2 weeks to appear in serum albumin values because the half-life of albumin is about 18 days. A low albumin level also can be related to overhydration and may not necessarily indicate malnutrition.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
Feedback:
The client has presented with symptoms consistent with cheilosis. This may be the result of a Vitamin B2 deficiency. Good sources of this vitamin include milk and eggs.