Pulmonary Edema

Pulmonary Edema ( 33 Questions)

A client with suspected pulmonary edema is undergoing diagnostic testing. Which laboratory parameter is often elevated in cases of heart failure-related pulmonary edema?


Correct Answer: A

A) Correct. Serum creatinine levels can be elevated in cases of heart failure-related pulmonary edema, indicating impaired kidney function due to reduced cardiac output.

B) Incorrect. Blood glucose levels may be elevated in some individuals with diabetes but are not directly related to pulmonary edema.

C) Incorrect. Hemoglobin levels are not typically used to diagnose pulmonary edema; they are more related to oxygen-carrying capacity in the blood.

D) Incorrect. Serum potassium levels may be influenced by various factors but are not a primary indicator of pulmonary edema.




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