A school-age child has been admitted to the hospital diagnosed with minimal-change nephrotic syndrome.Which clinical manifestations should the nurse expect to assess? (Select all that apply.)
A) Weight loss
B) Generalized edema
C) Proteinuria 2+
D) Fatigue
E) Irritability

Question

A school-age child has been admitted to the hospital diagnosed with minimal-change nephrotic syndrome.Which clinical manifestations should the nurse expect to assess? (Select all that apply.)
A) Weight loss
B) Generalized edema
C) Proteinuria > 2+
D) Fatigue
E) Irritability

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The disease is suspected on the basis of clinical manifestations that include generalized edema,steadily gaining weight; appearing edematous; and then becoming anorexic,irritable,and less active.The hallmark of this syndrome is proteinuria (higher than 2+ on urine dipstick).

A School-Age Child Has Been Admitted to the Hospital Diagnosed