The nurse is reviewing the lab results of a jaundice patient suspected of having liver disease. The nurse would expect to note:
Note: This is a SATA question, there are more than 2 correct answers
Explanation
•Liver disease causes an elevation in liver enzymes such as alanine transaminase (ALT), aspartate transaminase (AST), bilirubin.
•Liver disease will cause a reduction in plasma proteins and albumin production.
•An elevation in bilirubin causes jaundice.