Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 93%
Simulated
A patient's status post hypophysectomy had drainage on the mustache dressing. Which complication is this patient at risk for if the glucose level of the drainage is 50 mg/dL?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The presence of glucose in the drainage indicates a possible cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak, as CSF contains glucose. A CSF leak increases the risk of meningitis due to the direct connection to the central nervous system.