Which treatment is the mainstay for nephrotic syndrome?
a. antibiotic therapy c. high-protein diet
b. blood transfusions d. corticosteroid therapy
D
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A Incorrect. Antibiotic therapy is not the mainstay for nephrotic syndrome.
B Incorrect. Blood transfusions are not the mainstay for nephrotic syndrome.
C Incorrect. A high-protein diet is contraindicated for nephrotic syndrome.
D Correct. Corticosteroid therapy is the mainstay for nephrotic syndrome.
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