Diagnostic procedures are being performed on a female patient who may have systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
Which findings would the nurse evaluate as supporting this diagnosis? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Elevated LE prep
2. Hematuria
3. Negative anti-SM antibody
4. C3 complement protein of 94 mg/dL
5. Sodium 138
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Rationale 1: An elevated LE prep supports the diagnosis of SLE, as there are normally no LE cells present.
Rationale 2: Hematuria is often present in patients with SLE.
Rationale 3: The normal result of this test is negative. The presence of anti-SM antibodies supports the diagnosis of SLE.
Rationale 4: The C3 normal range for females is 76–120 mg/dL. SLE reduces these levels.
Rationale 5: Sodium levels are not used to diagnose SLE.
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