A nurse is reviewing laboratory values of a client who has severe dyspnea. Which of the following laboratory values indicates heart failure?
Brain natriuretic peptide 275 pg/mL
Calcium 9.0 mg/dL
Sodium 140 mEq/L
Potassium 4.0 mEq/L
The Correct Answer is A
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Correct Answer is A,C,B
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Correct Answer is A
Explanation
Celecoxib is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that can cross-react with sulfa and should be avoided in clients with a sulfa allergy. Atorvastatin, prednisone, and digoxin do not contain sulfa and are safe for clients with a sulfa allergy.
Choice B: Atorvastatin does not contain sulfa and is safe for clients with a sulfa allergy.
Choice C: Prednisone does not contain sulfa and is safe for clients with a sulfa allergy.
Choice D: Digoxin does not contain sulfa and is safe for clients with a sulfa allergy.
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