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When a client is in remission of nephrotic syndrome, which of these therapies should be considered?
 
  a. corticosteroid and diuretic administration
  b. kidney biopsy
  c. kidney transplant
  d. administration of pneumococci and flu vaccines

Question 2

What is the usual treatment of acute poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis?
 
  a. antibiotic administration
  b. dialysis
  c. increasing fluid intake during the acute phase
  d. no treatment



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Answer to Question 1

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When a child is in remission of nephrotic syndrome, administration of pneumococci and flu vaccines should be considered because exacerbation of nephrotic syndrome can occur following an infection.

Answer to Question 2

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Medical treatment for acute poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis focuses on presenting signs and symptoms and the degree of renal dysfunction. Usually, no treatment is required.





 

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