The nurse is reviewing laboratory data for a client who is taking methotrexate to treat rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the following information is most important to communicate to the health care provider?

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Bone marrow suppression is a possible adverse effect of methotrexate, and the client's low WBC count places the client at high risk for infection. The elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate and positive rheumatoid factor are expected in rheumatoid arthritis. The blood glucose is normal.

The Nurse Is Reviewing Laboratory Data for a Client Who