A client is hospitalized with kidney trauma resulting in lacerations to the parenchyma. Which of the following would be included in the management of this client's care?
1. Bed rest with antibiotic therapy
2. Restrict fluids
3. Encourage early ambulation
4. Nephrectomy
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In the case of parenchymal lacerations to the kidney, the client should be hospitalized, kept on bed rest, and provided with antibiotics until the urine clears. Restricting fluids and encouraging early ambulation would not be appropriate for this client's injuries. A nephrectomy is not indicated for this type of kidney trauma.
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