A nurse is reviewing laboratory findings for three clients. Which of the following laboratory results should the nurse expect for a client who has pancreatitis?

Choice A Reason: Prolonged PT/INR (prothrombin time/international normalized ratio) is not typically seen in pancreatitis. It may be indicative of liver dysfunction or issues with blood clotting. Choice B Reason: Elevated lipase levels are commonly seen in clients with pancreatitis. Lipase is an enzyme produced by the pancreas, and when there is inflammation or damage to the pancreas, such as in pancreatitis, it can lead to the release of lipase into the bloodstream. Therefore, an elevated lipase level is a typical laboratory finding in clients with pancreatitis. Choice C Reason: Elevated ammonia levels are not typically associated with pancreatitis. Elevated ammonia levels may be seen in clients with liver disease or other metabolic disorders. Choice D Reason: Decreased albumin levels are not typically associated with pancreatitis. Decreased albumin levels may be seen in clients with liver disease or malnutrition, but it is not a specific marker for pancreatitis.