Information needed to calculate glomerular filtration rate (GFR) includes which data? Select all that apply
A) The client's normal daily fluid intake range.
B) The client's age.
C) The client's gender.
D) The client's serum creatinine levels.
Ans: B, C, D
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The glomerular filtration rate (GFR) is the amount of plasma filtered through glomeruli per unit of time and is the best indicator of kidney function. Many labs now calculate an estimated GFR for all clients who have a serum creatinine test. To calculate the GFR you need the client's age, race, gender, and serum creatinine.
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