A client taking tretinoin (Retin-A) requires blood draws to monitor for side effects while taking the medication. Which lab orders does the nurse anticipate for this client? (Select all that apply.)
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
1. Serum creatinine
2. Serum triglyceride
3. Liver function
4. Serum glucose
5. Blood urea nitrogen
Correct Answer: 2, 3, 4
Rationale 1: Liver function, serum glucose, and serum triglyceride tests should be performed when taking tretinoin.
Rationale 2: Liver function, serum glucose, and serum triglyceride tests should be performed when taking tretinoin.
Rationale 3: Liver function, serum glucose, and serum triglyceride tests should be performed when taking tretinoin.
Rationale 4: Liver function, serum glucose, and serum triglyceride tests should be performed when taking tretinoin.
Rationale 5: Liver function, serum glucose, and serum triglyceride tests should be performed when taking tretinoin.
Global Rationale: Liver function, serum glucose, and serum triglyceride tests should be performed when taking tretinoin. Serum creatinine and a blood urea nitrogen level are not required as this medication does not adversely affect the renal system.
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