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is nephrotic syndrome a disease?
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no, it is a group of symptoms that can result from many diseases
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is there any hematuria in nephrosis?
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no there is no hematuria in the -oses, but there is hematuria in the -itis's
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what are dietary modifictions for those with nephrosis?
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high carbs, moderate protein, low sodium
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what is the #1 nursing dx in nephrosis?
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alteration in fluid volume, excess
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what are the two pathophysiologic processes in nephrotic syndrome?
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glomerular filtration and loss of protein
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what 2 classes of drugs are given for nephrosis?
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steroids and diuretics
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is bed rest necessary when treating nephrosis?
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sometimes, but not nearly as common as in acute glomerulo-nephritis, it usuallly is most appropriate when edema is severe
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in nephrotic syndrome, what will happen to the BP?
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it will be high, remember in ACG, the BP is high as well
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in nephrotic syndrome, what does the urine look like?
what about in AGN? |
frothy
tea-colored |
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is scrotal edema common in nephrosis?
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yes
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what is done for scrotal edema?
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elevate the scrotum on a scrotal sling and apply ice
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