The nurse administers an antibiotic and naproxen to an older woman.Which laboratory test result should the nurse monitor to gauge the older adult's response to the medication?

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Antibiotics and nonsteroidal antiinflammatory agents such as naproxen can cause kidney damage from various mechanisms; thus the nurse monitors the urine creatinine because it reflects the system's ability to clear waste products and is especially important for gauging appropriate medication administration.Unconjugated (indirect)bilirubin reflects the liver's ability to conjugate serum bilirubin.Serum creatinine,also a reflection of renal function,usually remains stable throughout life.Older adults may have changes in hemoglobin and erythrocyte synthesis caused by changes in iron and vitamin B?? absorption.

The Nurse Administers an Antibiotic and Naproxen to an Older