A client's laboratory findings reveal an elevated serum acid phosphatase level and a high-normal prostate-specific antigen level.How does the nurse interpret this information?
A) The client shows evidence of renal disease and should be evaluated further.
B) These results may indicate prostate cancer. He should be further evaluated.
C) These results are not abnormal. He does not need to be evaluated further.
D) These results may indicate an infection. He should be evaluated further.
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