The nurse is teaching the parent about the diet of a child experiencing severe edema associated with acute glomerulonephritis. Which information should the nurse include in the teaching?
a. "You will need to decrease the number of calories in your child's diet."
b. "Your child's diet will need an increased amount of protein."
c. "You will need to avoid adding salt to your child's food."
d. "Your child's diet will consist of low-fat, low-carbohydrate foods."
ANS: C
For most children, a regular diet is allowed, but it should contain no added salt. The child should be offered a regular diet with favorite foods. Severe sodium restrictions are not indicated.
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