Question

question 28 (mandatory) (1 point) listen a 51 - year - old male patient presents with excruciating pain in his big toe. upon examination you notice that the toe is very swollen and red. you suspect the patient may have gout. what confirmatory test would you perform? a) uric acid levels b) nitrogen levels c) potassium levels d) calcium levels

Explanation:

Gout is caused by the deposition of monosodium urate crystals in joints. Measuring uric acid levels helps confirm gout as elevated uric acid (hyperuricemia) is a key factor. Nitrogen levels relate to kidney function and protein metabolism, not directly to gout. Potassium levels are about electrolyte balance. Calcium levels are for bone health and muscle function, not specific to gout confirmation.

Answer:

A. Uric acid levels