An elderly patient's compromised nutritional status has necessitated the use of a nutritional formula. When reviewing this patient's laboratory findings, the nurse should prioritize which of the following values?
A) Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR)
B) Serum albumin
C) GGT, AST, and ALT
D) Blood urea nitrogen
B
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For patients receiving nutritional formulas, the nurse observes for weight gain and increased serum albumin. In a patient with compromised nutrition, there is less emphasis placed on BUN, liver enzymes, and ESR.
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