Which of the following is an unexpected value that the nurse, in reviewing the results of the client's blood work, should report to the physician?
a. Calcium, 1.9 mmol/L
b. Sodium, 140 mmol/L
c. Potassium, 3.5 mmol/L
d. Magnesium, 1.8 mmol/L
A
A calcium level of 1.9 mmol/L should be reported to the physician. A normal calcium level is 2.25 to 2.7 mmol/L.
A sodium level of 140 mmol/L is within the normal range of 135 to 145 mmol/L.
A potassium level of 3.5 mmol/L is within the normal range of 3.5 to 5.0 mmol/L.
A magnesium level of 1.8 mmol/L is within the normal range of 1.4 to 2.1 mmol/L.
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