What Information Does the Student Learn About Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome

question 22

Multiple Choice

What information does the student learn about hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) ? (Select all that apply.)

• A)Microangiopathic hemolytic anemia characterizes HUS.
• B)Thrombocytopenia is a comorbid condition.
• C)Wilms tumors are often the trigger for HUS.
• D)Most common community-acquired cause of acute renal failure in young children.
• E)HUS is chronic in nature.

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