The nurse is caring for a client with nephrotic syndrome who develops flank pain. Which of the following medication classifications should the nurse anticipate including in the client teaching plan?
A)Antibiotics
B)Anticoagulants
C)Corticosteroids
D)Antihypertensives

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Flank pain in a client with nephrosis suggests a renal vein thrombosis, and anticoagulation is needed. Antibiotics are used to treat a client with flank pain caused by pyelonephritis.
Antihypertensives are used if the client has high blood pressure. Corticosteroids may be used to treat nephrotic syndrome but will not resolve a thrombosis.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client with Nephrotic Syndrome