A nurse is evaluating the effectiveness of teaching regarding care of a child with minimal change nephrotic syndrome (MCNS) that is in remission after administration of prednisone. The nurse realizes further teaching is required if the parents state what?
a. "We will keep our child away from anyone who is ill."
b. "We will be sure to administer the prednisone as ordered."
c. "We will encourage our child to eat a balanced diet, but we will watch his salt intake."
d. "We understand our child will not be able to attend school, so we will arrange for home schooling."
ANS: D
The child with MCNS in remission can attend school. The child needs socialization and will be socially isolated if home schooled. The other statements are accurate for home care for a child with MCNS.
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