The nurse is planning the care of a patient with chronic glomerulonephritis. What should be the goal of treatment for this patient?
1. Maintaining renal function
2. Achieving maximum independence
3. Returning to work as soon as possible
4. Successful lifestyle adaptation
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Rationale 1: Management of all types of glomerulonephritis focuses on identifying the underlying disease process and preserving kidney function. Treatment goals are to maintain renal function, prevent complications, and support the healing process.
Rationale 2: Although maintenance of independence may be included in the plan of care, it is not a priority.
Rationale 3: Although returning to work may be included in the plan of care, it is not a priority.
Rationale 4: Although lifestyle adaptation may be included in the plan of care, it is not a priority.
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