A health care provider for an obese male who has a history of diabetes and hypertension reports that the client's glomerular filtration rate (GFR) is 51 mL/min with elevated serum creatinine levels. Which statement by the health care provider will likely answer the client's question about the result?

In this scenario, the health care provider needs to communicate effectively with the client about the results of the glomerular filtration rate (GFR) and elevated serum creatinine levels. It's important to provide information that helps the client understand the implications of these findings. A suitable statement might be:

"The glomerular filtration rate (GFR) of 51 mL/min and the elevated serum creatinine levels indicate that your kidneys may not be functioning at their optimal level. This could be a result of the diabetes and hypertension. The GFR is a measure of how well your kidneys are filtering waste from the blood. We will work together to manage your conditions and protect your kidney function. It's important for us to monitor this closely and make any necessary adjustments to your treatment plan."

This statement acknowledges the client's concerns, provides an explanation of the results, and emphasizes the importance of managing diabetes and hypertension to protect kidney function. I