Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 93%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A toddler who has acute nephrotic syndrome.A nurse is assessing a toddler who has acute nephrotic syndrome. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The correct answer is D: Yellow nasal discharge. In acute nephrotic syndrome, the focus is on renal issues, not respiratory. Yellow nasal discharge indicates a possible infection, which can be concerning in a child with a compromised immune system due to nephrotic syndrome. Facial edema (A) is a common symptom of nephrotic syndrome due to protein loss. Irritability (B) and poor appetite (C) are non-specific symptoms commonly seen in toddlers with various conditions and may not be directly related to nephrotic syndrome.