The nurse is caring for a patient who is taking medication that is toxic to the liver. Which laboratory test results will be reviewed by the nurse to ensure that the patient's liver is tolerating the medication without damage to the organ?
(Select all that apply.)
a.
Alanine aminotransferase (ALT)
b.
Alkaline phosphatase (ALP)
c.
Blood urea nitrogen (BUN)
d.
Anti-nuclear antibody (ANA)
e.
Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR)
f.
Fibrin degradation products (FDP)
ANS: A, B
Alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and alkaline phosphatase (ALP) are indicators of liver function, and increased levels indicate liver damage from a variety of causes. BUN, ANA, ESR, and FDP are not indicators of liver function.
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