NCLEX Lab Values Practice Questions # 01

A client's lab results show a blood urea nitrogen (BUN) level of 25 mg/dL and a creatinine level of 1.8 mg/dL. What do these findings suggest?

A client’s lab results indicate a white blood cell (WBC) count of 15,000/mm³. What might this lab value suggest?

The nurse notes that a client's platelet count is 90,000/µL. Which is the most appropriate intervention?

A client's laboratory results show a fasting blood glucose level of 130 mg/dL. What condition does this value indicate?

The nurse is assessing a client with a calcium level of 6.5 mg/dL. Which symptom should the nurse expect to find?

A client has an INR of 4.5 while on warfarin therapy. Which action should the nurse take?

A client’s complete blood count (CBC) shows a hemoglobin level of 7.8 g/dL. Which clinical manifestation should the nurse anticipate?

The nurse is reviewing the lab results of a client with pancreatitis. Which of the following serum amylase levels is consistent with this diagnosis?

A client’s laboratory results show a serum sodium level of 128 mEq/L. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

A client with chronic kidney disease has a serum potassium level of 6.2 mEq/L. Which action should the nurse take first?