The patient with nephrosis complains about the need for bed rest. How would the nurse explain the benefit of bed rest?
a. The recumbent position may initiate diuresis.
b. It preserves the skin integrity.
c. It lowers the level of albuminuria. d.
It saves stress on joints.
ANS: A
It is believed that the recumbent position helps initiate diuresis.
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