Proceso de atencion de enfermeria en pacientes que presentan sindrome nefrotico

Abstract

Nephrotic Syndrome (SN) is one of the most frequent clinical manifestations in kidney disorders, usually in both pediatric and adult age. It manifests as a set of symptoms resulting from an alteration of the glomerular basement membrane, such as proteinuria, hypoalbuminemia, edema, dyslipidemia and endocrine alterations that affect, along with the type of medication administered, significantly in the quality of life of those affected. According to its etiology it is classified into several types: idiopathic nephrotic syndrome or also known as primary usually occurs more frequently in the pediatric age and secondary nephrotic syndrome that appears as a consequence or as a whole of other diseases. Its diagnosis is based on the clinical history, physical examination and laboratory tests, it being basic and characteristic to detect the diuresis proteins by means of the dipstick. In Ecuador the rate of nephrotic syndrome is low, however, there are no updated statistical data. The nursing staff plays a fundamental role in early detection through observation, prevention of complications, health education and physical and emotional help for changes in life habits, affecting the prognosis. The process of nursing care (PAE) is a scientific method that allows the nurse to make a diagnosis through assessment, to perform actions that address the change in the patient's health. Having acquired this knowledge we can get to perform certain nursing interventions that improve their quality of life.