The nurse is caring for a patient who is had trans-sphenoidal surgery for removal of a pituitary tumor.The nurse observes a large amount of clear drainage from the nose.The provider requests the drainage be tested for the presence of glucose.Why did the physician order this test?
A) To assess for an infection
B) To check for a shift in osmolality
C) To check for occult blood
D) To assess for a cerebrospinal fluid leak

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To differentiate cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)drainage from postoperative serous drainage,a specimen is tested for glucose content.A CSF leak is confirmed by glucose values of 30 mg/dL or greater.

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