A nurse is collecting data from a client prior to the administration of digoxin. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?

a. C-reactive protein: This is a marker of inflammation and is not specific to renal function. It is more commonly used to assess inflammation in various conditions.

b. Serum creatinine: Elevated levels of serum creatinine are indicative of impaired renal

function. Creatinine is a waste product that is normally filtered by the kidneys. Increased levels suggest decreased renal filtration.

c. Antinuclear antibody: This test is used to diagnose autoimmune diseases like SLE but does not directly measure renal function.

d. Erythrocyte sedimentation rate: This is a nonspecific marker of inflammation and is not directly related to renal function.

a. Encourage the client to take small bites: While encouraging small bites is important, the priority for a client with dysphagia is to ensure they are in an upright position to prevent aspiration.

b. Place food in the unaffected side of the mouth: Placing food in the unaffected side of the mouth may not prevent aspiration and does not address the priority of positioning.

c. Offer mouth care before meals: While oral hygiene is important, it is not the priority when addressing the risk of aspiration during feeding.

d. Place the client in the upright position: The upright position helps prevent aspiration during swallowing, which is crucial for clients with dysphagia.