A client with nephrotic syndrome is being taught about self-care at home. The teaching plan should include information on
a. a high-protein diet.
b. diligent skin care.
c. forcing fluids.
d. prophylactic antibiotics.
B
Because of massive edema, the client with nephrotic syndrome is sedentary and the skin is thin and prone to rapid breakdown. Fluids are usually restricted, and the diet is high in calories and low in protein. Clients are prone to infections but are not routinely given prophylactic antibiotics.
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