The nurse anticipates that there will be two classic hematologic characteristics in the blood chemistry of a child with nephrotic syndrome which are: (Select all that apply.)
Anemia
Hypolipidemia
Hyperipidemia
Hypoproteinemia
Hypoglycemia
Correct Answer : A,C,D
A. Anemia can be a common finding in nephrotic syndrome, often due to the loss of proteins like transferrin that are involved in red blood cell production, along with potential blood loss during episodes of proteinuria. The reduction in red blood cell production or anemia in nephrotic syndrome can also be exacerbated by decreased erythropoietin production.
B. Hypolipidemia is not a characteristic of nephrotic syndrome. In fact, nephrotic syndrome is associated with hyperlipidemia.
C. Hyperlipidemia is a classic feature of nephrotic syndrome. It results from an increase in the synthesis of lipoproteins by the liver as a compensatory mechanism to the loss of proteins (particularly albumin) in the urine.
D. Hypoproteinemia, specifically hypoalbuminemia, is a hallmark of nephrotic syndrome. The loss of protein (especially albumin) through the urine due to damaged glomeruli leads to decreased levels of proteins in the blood. This contributes to the characteristic edema seen in nephrotic syndrome.
E. Hypoglycemia is not typically associated with nephrotic syndrome. Instead, children with nephrotic syndrome generally do not experience significant changes in glucose metabolism. In fact, if anything, glucose levels may be slightly elevated in some cases due to stress or steroid treatment.
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Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. "The body's response to gluten causes the intestine to become more porous and hang on to more of the fat-soluble vitamins, leading to vitamin toxicity." This answer is not accurate. The issue in celiac disease is malabsorption, not vitamin toxicity.
B. "The body's response to gluten causes damage to the mucosal cells in the intestines leading to absorption problems."
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder in which the ingestion of gluten (a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye) leads to damage of the mucosal cells in the small intestine. This damage, in turn, can lead to malabsorption of essential nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, and other important components of the diet. It is important for individuals with celiac disease to avoid gluten-containing foods to prevent ongoing damage to the intestinal mucosa and improve nutrient absorption.
C. "The body's response to consumption of anything containing gluten is to create special cells called villi, which leads to more diarrhea." This statement is not accurate. Celiac disease leads to damage to the villi (finger-like projections) in the small intestine, not the creation of special cells. It can lead to diarrhea but is not the primary cause.
D. "The body's response to gluten causes damage to the mucosal cells, leading to malabsorption of water and hard, constipated stools." This response is not accurate. Celiac disease is more commonly associated with diarrhea and malabsorption, not constipation and malabsorption of water.
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. Prevent ear infections: While individuals with cleft palates are at increased risk of ear infections, the primary immediate goal is not ear infection prevention.
B. Establish feeding and sucking.
Clefts of the soft palate can make it challenging for the baby to create a proper seal for sucking and feeding. Ensuring that the baby can feed effectively is a crucial initial goal. This may involve special nipples, bottles, or breastfeeding techniques to help the baby get proper nutrition.
While eventually repairing the cleft palate is an important part of the overall care plan, the immediate goal is to ensure that the baby can feed and gain weight properly.
C. Repair the cleft palate: Surgical repair of the cleft palate is typically done when the child is older. The immediate concern for a newborn is feeding.
D. Help the mother bond with the baby: This is an important aspect of care but not the primary goal for the baby's health and well-being. Bonding can occur while addressing the baby's feeding needs.
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