An older client has an elevated blood urea nitrogen (BUN) level, but the creatinine clearance is within normal limits. The nurse notes that the client's appetite has been poor the past few days. What should the nurse do about these laboratory findings?

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Assessing intake, output, and dietary intake of protein is appropriate because poor appetite can lead to decreased protein intake, which can affect BUN levels. Additionally, understanding the client's fluid balance and nutritional status can help in addressing the elevated BUN level, especially when the creatinine clearance is normal, indicating that the kidneys are still filtering blood at a normal rate.

An Older Client Has an Elevated Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN)