Which condition is characterized by a history of bloody diarrhea, fever, abdominal pain, and low hemoglobin and platelet counts?
a. Acute viral gastroenteritis
b. Acute glomerulonephritis
c. Hemolytic-uremic syndrome
d. Acute nephrotic syndrome
C
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A Anemia and thrombocytopenia are not associated with acute gastroenteritis.
B The symptoms described are not suggestive of acute glomerulonephritis.
C Hemolytic-uremic syndrome is an acute disorder characterized by anemia,
thrombocytopenia, and acute renal failure. Most affected children have a history
of gastrointestinal symptoms, including bloody diarrhea.
D The symptoms described are not suggestive of nephrotic syndrome.
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