The nurse is reviewing laboratory results and recognizes that which of the following individuals may need nutritional support?
a. An 18-year-old with an albumin of 2.5
b. A 43-year-old with a platelet level of 180,000/mm3
c. A 56-year-old with a white cell count of 6,000/mm3
d. A 60-year-old with a calcium level of 8 mg/dL
ANS: A
Serum albumin less than 3 g/dL indicates poor nutrition and possible need for support.
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