The nurse is caring for a client who was recently admitted from a long-term care facility.The client is prescribed trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole by IV.Which laboratory tests should the nurse assess prior to administration of the medication?

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Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole can affect kidney function, so it's important to assess serum creatinine levels to evaluate renal function before administration.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Was Recently