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Review Question - QID 210475

Nephrotic Syndrome Studies  Urine studies QID: 210475 (M2.RL.18.4695)
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QID 210475 (Type "210475" in App Search)
A 15-year-old boy presents to his pediatrician after an appendectomy 1 week ago. The patient denies any abdominal pain, fevers, chills, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or constipation. He eats solids and drinks liquids without difficulty. He is back to playing basketball for his school team without any difficulty. His urine appears more amber than usual but he suspects dehydration. His temperature is 98.6°F (37°C), blood pressure is 110/70 mmHg, pulse is 76/min, and respirations are 15/min. His physical exam is unremarkable. The laparoscopic incision sites are all clean without erythema. The pediatrician orders a urinalysis, which is notable for the following.

Urine:
Epithelial cells: Scant
Glucose: Negative
Protein: 3+
WBC: 3/hpf
Bacteria: None
Leukocyte esterase: Negative
Nitrites: Negative

The patient is told to return in 3 days for a follow-up appointment; however, his urinalysis at that time is similar. Which of the following is the most appropriate next step in management?
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