A patient diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus has laboratory values indicative of an exacerbation. Which values should the nurse report to the physician?
Select all that apply.
1. positive antinuclear antibody
2. ESR 120 mm/h
3. trace blood in urine
4. Hgb 14.2
5. sodium 138
Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3
Antinuclear antibody (ANA) testing is positive in more than 98% of patients with SLE. ESR is typically elevated, occasionally to >100 mm/h. Urinalysis shows hematuria during exacerbations of the disease. The hemoglobin level is within normal range. The sodium level is within normal range.
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