The nurse is evaluating the laboratory results for a client with heart failure. What results does the nurse expect? (Select all that apply.)
a. Hematocrit (Hct), 32.8%
b. Serum sodium, 130 mEq/L
c. Serum potassium, 4.0 mEq/L
d. Serum creatinine, 1.0 mg/dL
e. Proteinuria
f. Microalbuminuria
A, B, E, F
The hematocrit is low (should be 42.6%), indicating a dilutional ratio of red blood cells (RBCs) to fluid. The serum sodium is low because of hemodilution. Microalbuminuria and proteinuria are present, indicating a decrease in renal filtration. This is an early warning sign of decreased compliance of the heart.
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