The nurse caring for a 6-year-old child with acute glomerulonephritis anticipates that the most difficult part of the care will be implementing:
a. forced fluids.
b. increased feedings.
c. bed rest.
d. frequent position changes.
C
During the acute phase of glomerulonephritis, bed rest is usually recommended. A diet of restricted fluid, sodium, potassium, and phosphate is initially required.
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What will be an ideal response?
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