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    ATI RN Paediatrics Nursing Proctored Exam 2023

    A nurse is planning care for a child who is in the acute stage of nephrotic syndrome. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. The child should be positioned in a comfortable position based on their condition, not necessarily supine at bedtime. B. Calorie intake should be sufficient to support growth, typically 120–150 cal/kg/day for a child with nephrotic syndrome, not restricted to 45 cal/kg/day. C. Weighing the child once per day helps monitor fluid retention, a key aspect of managing nephrotic syndrome in the acute phase. D. Fluid intake should be monitored carefully, but a target of 2 L/day is likely excessive for a child in the acute stage of nephrotic syndrome. Fluid restriction may be necessary depending on the child's condition.

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