metabolism lab tests Flashcards
1
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albumin indication
A
- assess nutritional status
- evaluate chronic illness
- evaluate liver disease
2
Q
albumin normal levels
A
3.4-4.8 g/dL
3
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albumin interpretation
A
- increased in dehydration
- decreased in malnutrition, liver disease, inflammation, increased blood volume, increased loss (burns, hemmorhage)
4
Q
albumin nursing implications
A
- assess nutritional status
- monitor for edema when levels are low
- assess tissue integrity and prevent skin breakdown
- encourage protein intake
5
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prealbumin indication
A
- evaluate nutritional status
- monitor parenteral nutrition
6
Q
normal prealbumin levels
A
12-42 mg/dL
7
Q
prealbumin interpretation
A
- increased in alcoholism, chronic liver failure, patients receiving steroids
- decreased in malnutrition, tissue necrosis, liver disease, acute-phase inflammatory response, chronic illness
8
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nursing implications for prealbumin
A
-assess nutritional status
