Which finding indicates the interventions provided were successful when caring for a patient with severe acute pancreatitis to improve nutritional status? Albumin 4.1 g/dL Weight unchanged 50% of meals consumed Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) 45 mg/dL
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It is a good indicator of nutritional status. A normal albumin level is 3.5 to 5.0 g/dL. An albumin level of 4.1 g/dL is within the normal range. This indicates that the patient's nutritional status is improving. Show more…
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