Help with labs

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I need help with my labs, I am trying to support the Nrsg. Dx. on my concept map. This is my first time doing a concept map and the first semester I have had to analyze labs.

What are labs to signify infection (besides wbc)

What about inadequate nutrition?

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Specializes in med/surg, telemetry, IV therapy, mgmt.

The ones I can think of off the top of my head are:

Infection:

  • Wound cultures/blood cultures/cultures of body fluids
  • ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate)

Nutrition:

  • electrolytes
  • serum glucose
  • BUN
  • creatinine
  • liver function tests
  • triglycerides
  • serum protein

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The ones I can think of off the top of my head are:

Infection:

  • Wound cultures/blood cultures/cultures of body fluids
  • ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate)

Nutrition:

  • electrolytes
  • serum glucose
  • BUN
  • creatinine
  • liver function tests
  • triglycerides
  • serum protein

Thank you!

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