A client scheduled to have blood drawn for a serum alpha1-antitrypsin level asks the nurse if any special preparation is necessary. Since the client has a history of hyperlipidemia the nurse explains:
A)
"A low-fat diet should be eaten for twenty-four hours prior to the test."
B)
"No special preparation is needed."
C)
"A fasting specimen will be necessary."
D)
"Any lipid-lowering medications should be held the day of the test."
C
Explanation:
A)
Clients with elevated cholesterol or triglyceride levels need to have a fasting specimen drawn. No dietary restrictions are necessary and medications do not need to be held.
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B)
Clients with elevated cholesterol or triglyceride levels need to have a fasting specimen drawn. No dietary restrictions are necessary and medications do not need to be held.
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C)
Clients with elevated cholesterol or triglyceride levels need to have a fasting specimen drawn. No dietary restrictions are necessary and medications do not need to be held.
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D)
Clients with elevated cholesterol or triglyceride levels need to have a fasting specimen drawn. No dietary restrictions are necessary and medications do not need to be held.
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