A female client with suspected glomerular disease has been referred to a nephrologist. The nurse knows that which of the following clinical manifestations may be present with the diagnosis of acute nephritic syndrome? Select all that apply.

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In its most dramatic form, the acute nephritic syndrome is characterized by sudden onset of hematuria, variable degrees of proteinuria, diminished GFR, oliguria, and signs of impaired renal function. Inflammatory processes damage the capillary wall. This damage to the capillary wall allows RBCs to escape into the urine and produce a decrease in GFR. Extracellular fluid accumulation, hypertension, and edema develop because of the decreased GFR. Flank pain is usually associated with kidney stones.Oliguria occurs rather than excess urine output.

A Female Client with Suspected Glomerular Disease Has Been Referred