Which of the following symptoms are most closely associated with uremic syndrome? (Select all that apply.)
a. Fever
b. Nausea and vomiting
c. Headache
d. Altered mental status
e. Dysuria
ANS: B, C, D
Uremic syndrome is associated with end-stage renal disease. Signs and symptoms include headache, altered mental status, coma, seizures, nausea, vomiting, and pericarditis.
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