The nurse reviews the laboratory reports of a diabetic client and concludes that the client has diabetic nephropathy. Which finding supports the nurse's conclusion?

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Albuminuria or proteinuria is a hallmark of diabetic nephropathy, indicating kidney damage caused by long-standing uncontrolled blood sugar levels. Ketones and glucose in urine are common findings in uncontrolled diabetes, but do not necessarily indicate nephropathy.

The Nurse Reviews the Laboratory Reports of a Diabetic Client