The nurse reviews the client's daily laboratory results and the results of a lumbar puncture. The client's serum glucose was 136 mg/dL and the spinal glucose was 75 mg/dL. What action does the nurse take?

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The normal CSF glucose is 2/3 the serum glucose. In this case, this would be 89.76 mg/dL. A lower level indicates infection. The client's calculated glucose difference is lower, so the nurse assesses the client further for infection. Documentation will occur but not prior to the assessment. There is no indication that a diabetic workup is indicated. Serum and CSF protein levels are not related.

The Nurse Reviews the Client's Daily Laboratory Results and the Results