The nurse notes that an elderly patient admitted with metastatic cancer has a low serum protein level. Which action by the nurse is best?

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A low serum protein level can indicate malnutrition, which can increase the risk of medication side effects. Therefore, increasing awareness and assessment of potential medication side effects is the best action by the nurse. Option A is not appropriate as this patient still requires appropriate symptom management and comfort care. Option B and C are not as relevant to addressing the low serum protein level.

The Nurse Notes That an Elderly Patient Admitted with Metastatic