Ancc Pmhnp Lab Values Study Guide Rated A+

BUN {Ans: 10-20, increased in impaired kidney function, significant dehydration, measure with lithium}Liver - GGT {Ans: 10 - 38 IU/L}Potassium, K+ {Ans: 3.5-5.1 mEq/L}Thrombocytopenia {Ans: Platelet count normal = 150,000-450,000 if below - bone marrow doesn't make enough platelets. or bone marrow makes enough platelets, but the body destroys them or uses them up. or - The spleen holds on to too many platelets. The spleen is an organ that normally stores about one-third of the body's platelets. It also helps your body fight infection and remove unwanted cell material. can be caused by Valproate}hyperkalemia {Ans: chronic marijuana use can elevate potassium}DECREASES LITHIUM LEVELS {Ans: potassium-sparing diuretics, thiazide diuretics, theophyline decreases lithium}