The nurse is providing care for a patient whose fasting glucose is 152 mg/dL.The nurse recognizes that elevations would be expected in which of the following urinalysis results? Select all that apply.
A)Specific gravity
B)Glucose
C)Nitrites
D)Bilirubin
E)Ketones
F)pH

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Elevated fasting glucose levels indicate hyperglycemia, which can lead to glucose spilling over into the urine (glucosuria), hence an increase in urine glucose. High blood sugar can also lead to an increase in urine specific gravity, as the kidneys attempt to excrete excess glucose. Additionally, in cases of uncontrolled diabetes, the body may start breaking down fats for energy, leading to the production of ketones, which can also be detected in the urine. Nitrites, bilirubin, and pH alterations are not directly related to elevated blood glucose levels.

The Nurse Is Providing Care for a Patient Whose Fasting