Question

A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results for a client who is at 10 weeks gestation. Which of the following laboratory findings should the nurse report to the provider?

a) Hemoglobin level of 12 g/dL
b) Blood glucose level of 90 mg/dL
c) Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) level of 4.5 mIU/L
d) Serum creatinine level of 1.0 mg/dL

Answer 1

The nurse should report a Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) level of 4.5 mIU/L to the provider.

Step-by-step explanation:

A nurse should report a Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) level of 4.5 mIU/L to the provider. TSH is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates the thyroid gland to produce thyroid hormones. In pregnancy, TSH levels should typically be lower than non-pregnant levels, indicating a well-functioning thyroid. A TSH level of 4.5 mIU/L at 10 weeks gestation may indicate an abnormality in thyroid function and should be reported to the provider for further evaluation.