The nurse is reviewing the results for a client's analysis of cerebrospinal fluid. Which of the following would be considered an abnormal finding? (Select all that apply.)

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Abnormal findings for cerebrospinal fluid analysis include an opening pressure higher than 20 mmHg, cloudy fluid indicating infection or inflammation, an elevated red blood cell count indicating bleeding or trauma, and an elevated white blood cell count indicating infection or inflammation. A glucose level of 60 mg/dL and a pH of 7.35 are within normal limits for cerebrospinal fluid.

The Nurse Is Reviewing the Results for a Client's Analysis