Patho
Process causing massive protein in the urine, edema formation, and decreased plasma albumin levels
What is nephrotic syndrome?
Weight gain, fatigue, loss of appetite, and foamy urine.
What are signs and symptoms of Nephrotic Syndrome?
Possible effects of Nephrotic Syndrome on the liver
What is Increased production on lipids and lipidemia?
Can be delegated to a CNA dealing with a patient with nephrotic syndrome
What is measure and document intake and output?
Causes fluid to leak into surrounding tissue causing fluid and electrolyte imbalance?
What is decrease in osmotic pressure?
Proteinuria, edema, hyperlipidemia, and hypoalbuminia.
What are some manifestations of Nephrotic Syndrome?
Requires emergency dialysis.
What is acute kidney failure?
A way to prevent or treat fluid overload in a patient with nephrotic syndrome
What is provide diuretic therapy as prescribed.
The most common cause of glomerular membrane change
What is immune or inflammatory process?
Test done to determine the underlying disease causing Nephrotic Syndrome
What is a kidney biopsy?
A loss of protein causing malnutrition which can be masked by edema
What is proteinuria?
An appropriate diet for a patient with nephrotic syndrome
What is diet high in protein and low in sodium and cholesterol?
The possible result of untreated nephrotic syndrome
What is End Stage Kidney Disease
The respiratory assessment the nurse can identify possible fluid overload in a patient with nephrotic syndrome
What is auscultate for crackles in the lungs.
An appropriate nursing diagnosis for a patient with nephrotic syndrome
What is At risk for fluid overload