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What are the primary components indicating nephrotic syndrome?
What are the primary components indicating nephrotic syndrome?
- Bacteriuria, edema, azotemia
- Proteinuria, hematuria, hypertension
- Hematuria, azotemia, hypertension
- Proteinuria, edema, hyperlipidemia (correct)
A 22-year-old girl presents to you after waking with a swollen face. Arterial hypertension, blood pressure is 160/80 mmHg. There is swelling of the face, abdomen, and legs. Serum creatinine is 1.6 mg/dl; (normal range up to 1.0 mg/dl); Albumin is 2.7 g/dl; (normal range 3.5-4.5 g/dl); The 24-hour urine excretion is 2.6g. The most likely diagnostic test should be performed is
A 22-year-old girl presents to you after waking with a swollen face. Arterial hypertension, blood pressure is 160/80 mmHg. There is swelling of the face, abdomen, and legs. Serum creatinine is 1.6 mg/dl; (normal range up to 1.0 mg/dl); Albumin is 2.7 g/dl; (normal range 3.5-4.5 g/dl); The 24-hour urine excretion is 2.6g. The most likely diagnostic test should be performed is
- Kidney biopsy
- Renal scan with Tc-99
- MRI
- CT (correct)
Which of the following classes of antihypertensive medications is not recommended for initial treatment?
Which of the following classes of antihypertensive medications is not recommended for initial treatment?
- Thiazide-type diuretics
- Angiotensin receptor blockers
- Potassium-sparing diuretics (correct)
- ACE inhibitor
Which of the following causes of renovascular hypertension is more common among younger patients?
Which of the following causes of renovascular hypertension is more common among younger patients?
Which of the following diagnostic tests for renovascular hypertension may also be therapeutic?
Which of the following diagnostic tests for renovascular hypertension may also be therapeutic?
The cause of death of most patients with chronic kidney disease is
The cause of death of most patients with chronic kidney disease is
In a patient with GFR 22, the drug of choice for hypertension is?
In a patient with GFR 22, the drug of choice for hypertension is?
The nephrotic syndrome is primarily due to:
The nephrotic syndrome is primarily due to:
Nephrotic syndrome is characterized by:
Nephrotic syndrome is characterized by:
Normal range for proteinuria in a 24-hour urine collection is
Normal range for proteinuria in a 24-hour urine collection is
The clinical stage of chronic kidney disease called "renal insufficiency" or stage 3 to 4 disease,
The clinical stage of chronic kidney disease called "renal insufficiency" or stage 3 to 4 disease,
A 75-year-old male with hypertension (170/100) has had a renal ultrasound performed: right kidney is shrunken, left - N. What is the primary diagnosis?
A 75-year-old male with hypertension (170/100) has had a renal ultrasound performed: right kidney is shrunken, left - N. What is the primary diagnosis?
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Nephrotic syndrome characteristics
Nephrotic syndrome characteristics
A condition marked by proteinuria, edema, and hyperlipidemia.
Proteinuria in 24-hour urine
Proteinuria in 24-hour urine
The amount of protein in a 24-hour urine sample; a normal range needs information to be stated.
Nephrotic syndrome exclusion
Nephrotic syndrome exclusion
Not characterized by hematuria(blood in urine), azotemia(waste product buildup in the blood ), or hypertension(high blood pressure).
Benign prostate hyperplasia
Benign prostate hyperplasia
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Normal range for 24-hour urine protein
Normal range for 24-hour urine protein
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Swollen face, abdomen, and legs
Swollen face, abdomen, and legs
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High serum creatinine (1.6 mg/dl)
High serum creatinine (1.6 mg/dl)
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Low albumin (2.7 g/dl)
Low albumin (2.7 g/dl)
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High 24-hour urine protein (2.6g)
High 24-hour urine protein (2.6g)
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Nephrotic syndrome
Nephrotic syndrome
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Kidney biopsy
Kidney biopsy
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Why not potassium-sparing diuretics first?
Why not potassium-sparing diuretics first?
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Fibromuscular dysplasia
Fibromuscular dysplasia
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Renal angiography
Renal angiography
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Why is renal angiography therapeutic?
Why is renal angiography therapeutic?
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Cardiovascular disease
Cardiovascular disease
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GFR (glomerular filtration rate)
GFR (glomerular filtration rate)
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ACE inhibitors for low GFR
ACE inhibitors for low GFR
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Increased glomerular filtration barrier permeability
Increased glomerular filtration barrier permeability
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Nephrotic syndrome symptoms
Nephrotic syndrome symptoms
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Study Notes
Nephrotic Syndrome Characteristics
- Characterized by proteinuria, edema, and hyperlipidemia.
Normal Proteinuria Range
- (Missing data; the question asks for the normal range, but no range is provided)
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Test your knowledge on the characteristics of nephrotic syndrome, focusing on key features like proteinuria, edema, and hyperlipidemia. This quiz will help reinforce your understanding of nephrology concepts and the clinical implications of these symptoms.
