Author Question: Diuresis has not occurred on a child with nephrotic syndrome after a month on corticosteroids. What ... (Read 64 times)

Caiter2013

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Diuresis has not occurred on a child with nephrotic syndrome after a month on corticosteroids. What protocol can the nurse encourage to bring about diuresis?
 
  a. Ibuprofen, an anti-inflammatory agent
  b. Furosemide (Lasix), a diuretic
  c. Ciprofloxacin (Cipro), an antibiotic
  d. Cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan), an antisuppressant

Question 2

A 7-year-old child with acute glomerulonephritis has gross hematuria and has been confined to bed. What is the most appropriate nursing intervention for this child?
 
  a. Providing activities for the child on restricted activity
  b. Feeding the child a protein-restricted diet
  c. Carefully handling edematous extremities
  d. Observing the child for evidence of hypotension



carolinefletcherr

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
A potent antisuppressant such as Cytoxan can bring about diuresis when corticosteroids have proven ineffective.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Although children may feel well, activity is limited until hematuria resolves.



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