Diuresis has not occurred on a child with nephrotic syndrome after a month on corticosteroids.What protocol can the nurse encourage to bring about diuresis?
A) Ibuprofen,an anti-inflammatory agent
B) Furosemide (Lasix),a diuretic
C) Ciprofloxacin (Cipro),an antibiotic
D) Cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan),an antisuppressant

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A potent antisuppressant such as Cytoxan can bring about diuresis when corticosteroids have proven ineffective.

Diuresis Has Not Occurred on a Child with Nephrotic Syndrome