When assessing the laboratory values of a child with nephrosis, the nurse anticipates which results? (Select all that apply.)
a. High levels of protein in the urine
b. High serum lipid levels
c. Low serum protein levels
d. Low hemoglobin
e. High white blood cell count
ANS: A, B, C
A patient with nephrotic syndrome has high levels of serum lipids, low serum protein, and albumin in urine that is dark and frothy with a high specific gravity. The hemoglobin and WBC are usually normal.
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