During a clinic visit, a child's rapid capillary screening test for lead reveals a
level of 11 mcg/dL. What will the primary care pediatric nurse practitioner do next?

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The next step after a positive rapid capillary screening test for lead is to confirm the result with a venous sample. Venous testing reflects current lead levels more accurately than capillary testing. Depending on the result of the venous sample, further action may be necessary.

During a Clinic Visit, a Child's Rapid Capillary Screening Test