The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with chronic renal failure. Which of the following would be considered expected manifestations of this disorder? (Select all that apply.)
1. Left ventricular dysfunction
2. Anemia
3. Diarrhea
4. Constipation
5. Prickly burning sensation of the extremities
6. Restless legs
1, 2, 4, 5, 6
Clinical manifestations for a client diagnosed with chronic renal failure are many. Some of these manifestations include left ventricular dysfunction, anemia, constipation; prickly burning sensation of the extremities, and restless legs. Diarrhea is not a common clinical manifestation of this disorder.
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