Multiple Choice
The long-term care nurse is evaluating the effectiveness of protein supplements on a patient who has low serum total protein level. Which of these data indicate that the patient's condition has improved?
A) Hematocrit 28%
B) Good skin turgor
C) Absence of peripheral edema
D) Blood pressure 110/72 mm Hg
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