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An Older Client Has an Elevated Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN)

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An older client has an elevated blood urea nitrogen (BUN) level, but the creatinine clearance is within normal limits. The nurse notes that the client's appetite has been poor the past few days. What should the nurse do about these laboratory findings?


A) Perform a daily weight and document.
B) Inform the physician of the BUN result.
C) Assess intake, output, and dietary intake of protein.
D) Monitor for increased medication levels.

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