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NUR 265 Exam 1 Study Guide: Latest Updated: Guaranteed A+
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Nephrotic Syndrome: o NS is a condition of increased glomerular permeability that allows larger molecules to pass through the membrane into the urine and then be excreted. o This causes massiv ... e loss of protein in the urine, edema formation, and decreased plasma albumin levels. Most common cause is an immune or inflammatory response. Genetic defects- Fabry disease. Altered liver production occurs with NS which results in increased lipid production, and hyperlipidemia. Proteinuria- severe protein loss more than 3.5 g in 24- hour urine sample. o Key features: Massive proteinuria Hypoalbuminemia Edema (facial and periorbital) Lipiduria Hyperlipidemia Increased coagulation Reduced kidney function o Treatment- immunosu [Show More]
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