Question

The nurse in a rheumatology clinic is managing care for clients who receive non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for the treatment of their disease processes. Which are the primary laboratory tests the nurse will assess prior to initiation of this type of therapy? Select all 3 that apply.

Electrolytes

Creatine clearance

Liver function tests

Serum amylase

Complete blood count

Answer 1

• Creatine clearence
• Liver function test
• Complete blood count
• These are primary laboratory tests the nurse will assess prior to initiation of therapy.