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What is the initial treatment of choice for minimal change nephrotic syndrome?
What is the initial treatment of choice for minimal change nephrotic syndrome?
- Antivirals
- Corticosteroids (correct)
- Antifungals
- Antibiotics
Which age group commonly presents with minimal change nephrotic syndrome?
Which age group commonly presents with minimal change nephrotic syndrome?
- 2-6 years (correct)
- 10-15 years
- 18-25 years
- 30-35 years
What is a common clinical feature seen in patients with minimal change nephrotic syndrome?
What is a common clinical feature seen in patients with minimal change nephrotic syndrome?
- Low blood pressure
- Normal serum albumin levels
- High blood glucose
- Heavy proteinuria (correct)
Why is renal biopsy not required in confirming minimal change nephrotic syndrome?
Why is renal biopsy not required in confirming minimal change nephrotic syndrome?
Which drug is recommended for steroid-resistant patients with minimal change nephrotic syndrome?
Which drug is recommended for steroid-resistant patients with minimal change nephrotic syndrome?
What is the most common cause of pediatric nephrotic syndrome?
What is the most common cause of pediatric nephrotic syndrome?
What is the recommended initial treatment for children with nephrotic syndrome likely to have minimal change disease?
What is the recommended initial treatment for children with nephrotic syndrome likely to have minimal change disease?
When can empiric steroid therapy be initiated in patients with a high probability of minimal change disease?
When can empiric steroid therapy be initiated in patients with a high probability of minimal change disease?
What is a clinical criterion predictive of minimal change disease that necessitates the initiation of empiric steroid therapy?
What is a clinical criterion predictive of minimal change disease that necessitates the initiation of empiric steroid therapy?
When can the initiation of steroid therapy be delayed in children with nephrotic syndrome?
When can the initiation of steroid therapy be delayed in children with nephrotic syndrome?
How is complete remission defined in children with nephrotic syndrome?
How is complete remission defined in children with nephrotic syndrome?
What is important for patients and their parents/caregivers to monitor after the initiation of steroid therapy?
What is important for patients and their parents/caregivers to monitor after the initiation of steroid therapy?
