Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 84%
Simulated
Albumin 25% IV is prescribed for a child with nephrotic syndrome. Which assessment finding indicates to the nurse that the medication is having the desired effect?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Reduction of edema shows albumin├óÔé¼Ôäós effectiveness in raising oncotic pressure, correcting nephrotic syndrome├óÔé¼Ôäós swelling. Fever reduction isn├óÔé¼Ôäót albumin├óÔé¼Ôäós goal. Caloric intake isn├óÔé¼Ôäót directly affected. Weight gain may indicate worsening edema.