Donna came to the office today complaining of back pain, fever, nausea, and blood in her urine. She has a recent history of bladder infection. The physician diagnoses pyelonephritis. Which of the following would you expect the physician to prescribe?
A. A systemic antiviral agent
B. Bladder surgery
C. Low-sodium, low-protein diet
D. Kegel exercises
E. Pain medication and antibiotics
E. Pain medication and antibiotics
Pyelonephritis is generally treated with intravenous fluids, pain medication, and antibiotics.
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