CCRN Critical Care Nursing

Category - Pediatrics

An adolescent was admitted after a suicidal attempt. The nurse learned that she ingested a bottle of acetaminophen. What diagnostic study should a nurse monitor closely:
  1. ABG level
  2. Serum albumin findings
  3. liver function tests
  4. WBC and RBC levels
Explanation
Answer: C - Acetaminophen is metabolized by the liver and an excess may result in an elevated AST, bilirubin, and prothrombin.
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