27) A child is being treated for nephrotic syndrome. The nurse has told the mother that it is important to keep the child’s skin clean and dry. The mother asks why. The nurse’s response is based on the knowledge that
A) the skin is fragile secondary to electrolyte deficiency.
B) frequent urination may leave moisture on the skin that predisposes breakdown.
C) dietary restrictions make fighting infection hard.
D) the condition causes a reduction of gamma globulin in the body.

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