What is an initial sign of nephrosis that the nurse might note in a child?
a. Raspberry-like rash
b. Periorbital edema
c. Temperature elevation
d. Abdominal pain
ANS: B
The edema of nephrotic syndrome is generalized and not readily noticed, even by the parents, but an early sign that can be assessed is periorbital edema.
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Which nurse founded the Frontier Nursing Service and was a pioneer in nurse-midwifery?
1. Florence Nightingale 2. Jeanne Mance 3. Mary Breckinridge 4. Lydia Hall
The parents of a child with cystic fibrosis are attending genetic counseling. After their initial visit, they ask the nurse what will happen next. How should the nurse respond?
1. "Your genetic counseling is a medical matter that can only be discussed with your physician." 2. "You will have one more appointment with your genetic counselor and that will conclude your genetic counseling." 3. "You will receive a letter from your primary care physician that explains the results of your genetic counseling session." 4. "You will have a follow-up visit with your genetic counselor and you will receive additional information at that time."
What other assessment data would be helpful for the nurse to have to prepare Nicole’s care plan
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