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Wilms tumor, or nephroblastoma, is an embryonal malignancy of the kidney that primarily affects young children.
NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN
Wilms tumor, or nephroblastoma, is an embryonal malignancy of the kidney that primarily affects young children. The classic presentation is a toddler who appears relatively well but has an abdominal mass found by a caregiver or during an examination. Hematuria and hypertension can occur, but neither is required. The central nursing priorities are to protect a suspected tumor from rupture, identify bleeding or severe hypertension, support accurate staging, and prevent chemotherapy-related harm.
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