A patient is going to be assessed for oxygen consumption level.Which parameter will the nurse identify for this assessment?
A)Serum potassium level
B)Hemoglobin level
C)Creatinine level
D)Serum lactate level

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Serum lactate level is used to assess oxygen consumption because elevated lactate levels can indicate inadequate oxygen delivery to tissues, leading to anaerobic metabolism.

A Patient Is Going to Be Assessed for Oxygen Consumption