Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 68%
Simulated
The nurse is assessing the laboratory test results for the male client receiving testosterone replacement therapy for treatment of hypogonadism. Which laboratory test result is most important for the nurse to review?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
A: The most important test is the fasting lipid profile because testosterone can lower plasma levels of HDLs and elevate plasma levels of LDLs, increasing the risk of atherosclerosis. B: Testosterone has little effect on PTT. C: Testosterone has little effect on urine. D: Testosterone has little effect on serum potassium.