A client has an elevated C-reactive protein level. Which of the following should the nurse assess in this client?
1. Alcohol intake
2. Cigarette use
3. Recent weight loss
4. Pregnancy status
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Cigarettes can elevate levels of C-reactive protein. The nurse should assess the client for smoking. Alcohol and weight loss can falsely lower C-reactive protein levels. Pregnancy status does not affect the C-reactive protein level.
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