Which of the following lab tests will the nurse check to help diagnose heart failure and provide insight into its severity?
A) Renin level
B) Brain natriuretic
C) Potassium
D) Troponin

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The level of serum brain natriuretic peptide (BNP)can also help make the diagnosis of heart failure and give some insight into its severity.
Renin levels would not assist in the diagnosis of heart failure,but are elevated in hypertension.
Potassium levels would not assist with the diagnosis of heart failure.
Troponin assists in the diagnosis of myocardial infarction.

Which of the Following Lab Tests Will the Nurse Check