A Nursing Student Is Teaching a Patient About Lab Testing

Multiple Choice

A nursing student is teaching a patient about lab testing that will be done frequently while the patient is on parenteral nutrition.Which statement by the student requires the registered nurse to intervene?

A) "Your copper and zinc levels may change rapidly."
B) "We will check your protein levels about weekly."
C) "The staff will check your blood glucose frequently at first."
D) "Your white blood cell count can help us assess for infection."