A client is seeking care for weight gain and foamy, dark urine. During data collection, the nurse learns that the client was ill with a severe sore throat 4 weeks ago and was treated
Which of the following statements by the client suggests a teaching plan by the nurse? 1. "I have been trying to get plenty of rest since I have been sick.".
2. "I felt better after one week of the antibiotics, so I stopped taking them.".
3. "I have changed to a more nutritious diet.".
4. "I have gained weight in the last two weeks.".
2. "I felt better after one week of the antibiotics, so I stopped taking them.".
Rationale:
The client probably had strep throat and did not take the full course of antibiotics, which accounts for the current symptoms that indicate glomerulonephritis. The nurse teaches this client about the importance of taking medications as prescribed to prevent further complications of a disease. Resting when ill is appropriate as is changing to a more nutritious diet. Gaining weight would support the nurse's suspicion that the client has glomerulonephritis.
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