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A patient presents with significant edema, hyperlipidemia, and a urinary protein excretion of 4.5 grams per day. Serum albumin levels are low. These findings are most consistent with which renal disorder?
A patient presents with significant edema, hyperlipidemia, and a urinary protein excretion of 4.5 grams per day. Serum albumin levels are low. These findings are most consistent with which renal disorder?
- Renal Artery Stenosis
- Nephrotic Syndrome (correct)
- Acute Pyelonephritis
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
What is the primary mechanism leading to proteinuria in nephrotic syndrome?
What is the primary mechanism leading to proteinuria in nephrotic syndrome?
- Increased permeability of the glomerular basement membrane (correct)
- Decreased glomerular filtration rate
- Increased tubular reabsorption of proteins
- Active secretion of proteins into the renal tubules
In children, which of the following is the most common cause of nephrotic syndrome?
In children, which of the following is the most common cause of nephrotic syndrome?
- Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis
- Amyloidosis
- Minimal Change Disease (correct)
- Membranous Nephropathy
Which of the following is a common treatment approach for nephrotic syndrome, irrespective of the underlying cause?
Which of the following is a common treatment approach for nephrotic syndrome, irrespective of the underlying cause?
A patient with nephrotic syndrome has developed severe edema. Which class of medication is most appropriate to manage this symptom?
A patient with nephrotic syndrome has developed severe edema. Which class of medication is most appropriate to manage this symptom?
What dietary modification is typically recommended for patients diagnosed with nephrotic syndrome?
What dietary modification is typically recommended for patients diagnosed with nephrotic syndrome?
What is a direct consequence of hypoalbuminemia in nephrotic syndrome?
What is a direct consequence of hypoalbuminemia in nephrotic syndrome?
Which of the following findings would least likely be associated with nephrotic syndrome?
Which of the following findings would least likely be associated with nephrotic syndrome?
In adults with nephrotic syndrome, which of the following is a common underlying cause?
In adults with nephrotic syndrome, which of the following is a common underlying cause?
Which of the following best explains why hyperlipidemia occurs in nephrotic syndrome?
Which of the following best explains why hyperlipidemia occurs in nephrotic syndrome?
A child with nephrotic syndrome is started on corticosteroid therapy. What is a crucial monitoring parameter during this treatment?
A child with nephrotic syndrome is started on corticosteroid therapy. What is a crucial monitoring parameter during this treatment?
Which of the following is NOT typically associated with increased permeability of the glomerular basement membrane?
Which of the following is NOT typically associated with increased permeability of the glomerular basement membrane?
What is the most likely consequence of long-standing, untreated nephrotic syndrome?
What is the most likely consequence of long-standing, untreated nephrotic syndrome?
In nephrotic syndrome, which of the following contributes directly to the development of edema?
In nephrotic syndrome, which of the following contributes directly to the development of edema?
A patient with nephrotic syndrome is at an increased risk for which of the following complications?
A patient with nephrotic syndrome is at an increased risk for which of the following complications?
Which laboratory finding is most indicative of glomerular damage in nephrotic syndrome?
Which laboratory finding is most indicative of glomerular damage in nephrotic syndrome?
What is the primary rationale for limiting sodium intake in a patient with nephrotic syndrome?
What is the primary rationale for limiting sodium intake in a patient with nephrotic syndrome?
Which of the following mechanisms contributes to the development of hyperlipidemia in nephrotic syndrome?
Which of the following mechanisms contributes to the development of hyperlipidemia in nephrotic syndrome?
What is the most direct consequence of proteinuria exceeding the liver's synthetic capacity in nephrotic syndrome?
What is the most direct consequence of proteinuria exceeding the liver's synthetic capacity in nephrotic syndrome?
Which of the following is a potential long-term complication of corticosteroid treatment in nephrotic syndrome?
Which of the following is a potential long-term complication of corticosteroid treatment in nephrotic syndrome?
Flashcards
Nephrotic Syndrome
Nephrotic Syndrome
Kidney disorder characterized by proteinuria, hypoalbuminemia, hyperlipidemia, and edema.
Proteinuria in Nephrotic Syndrome
Proteinuria in Nephrotic Syndrome
Greater than 3.5 grams per day
Cause of Proteinuria
Cause of Proteinuria
Increased permeability of the glomerular basement membrane.
Common Causes of Nephrotic Syndrome
Common Causes of Nephrotic Syndrome
Minimal change disease (children), focal segmental glomerulosclerosis or membranous nephropathy (adults).
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Treatment for Nephrotic Syndrome
Treatment for Nephrotic Syndrome
Corticosteroids, diuretics, dietary modifications.
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- Nephrotic syndrome is a kidney disorder
- It is characterized by proteinuria (more than 3.5 grams per day), hypoalbuminemia, hyperlipidemia, and edema
- It happens because of increased permeability of the glomerular basement membrane
- This allows proteins to leak into the urine
- Common causes include minimal change disease in children
- Other causes include focal segmental glomerulosclerosis or membranous nephropathy in adults
- Treatment depends on the underlying cause
- Treatments often include corticosteroids
- Supportive care like diuretics and dietary modifications can also help
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