The nurse is admitting a 9-year-old child with hemolytic uremic syndrome. What clinical manifestations should the nurse expect to observe? (Select all that apply.)
a. Hematuria
b. Anorexia
c. Hypertension
d. Purpura
e. Proteinuria
f. Periorbital edema
ANS: B, C, D
Clinical manifestations of hemolytic uremic syndrome include anorexia; hypertension; and purpura, which persists for several days to 2 weeks. Gross hematuria is seen in acute glomerulonephritis. Substantial proteinuria and periorbital edema are common manifestations in nephrotic syndrome.
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