A client is admitted with the diagnosis of fever of unknown origin. Which of the following diagnostic tests will the nurse expect the client to have performed? (Select all that apply.)
1. Complete blood count
2. Urinalysis
3. Chest x-ray
4. Bone scan
5. CT scan of the abdomen
1. Complete blood count
2. Urinalysis
3. Chest x-ray
Rationale:
The diagnostic tests will focus on trying to find the cause of the elevated body temperature. The complete blood count will be done to see if there is an elevation in white blood cells. The urinalysis will be done to see if the client has a urinary tract infection. The chest x-ray will be done to see if the client has a lung infection. A bone scan and CT scan of the abdomen may or may not be indicated for this client.
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