Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 90%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who has been taking captopril for one year. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse review? (Select all that apply.)
Correct answer
A,B,C
Rationale
The correct answer is A, B, and C. A nurse should review the client's potassium level as captopril can cause hyperkalemia. Reviewing WBC with differential is important to monitor for any signs of infection or adverse effects on the immune system. Reviewing BUN level is essential to assess renal function, as captopril can affect kidney function. Hemoglobin level and glucose level are not typically affected by captopril, so they are not the priority for monitoring in this case.