The nurse is admitting a client with new onset nephrotic syndrome. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect to assess related to this illness?
A)Poor skin turgor
B)High urine ketones
C)Recent weight gain
D)Low blood pressure

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The client with a nephrotic syndrome will have weight gain associated with edema. Hypertension is a clinical manifestation of nephrotic syndrome. Skin turgor is normal because of the edema. Urine protein is high.

The Nurse Is Admitting a Client with New Onset Nephrotic