RN Nursing Care of Children Online Practice 2019 A Related

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The parents of a child with acute postinfectious glomerulonephritis (APIGN) ask how they will know that the condition is improving. How should the nurse respond?

  • A. Your child's urine output will increase, and the urine will become less brown in color.
  • B. Your child will rest more comfortably.
  • C. Your child's appetite will decrease.
  • D. Your child's laboratory test values will show increased BUN.
Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Improvement in APIGN is indicated by an increase in urine output and a change in urine color from brown (due to hematuria) to a more normal appearance. This reflects a reduction in glomerular inflammation and improved kidney function. Choice B is incorrect because resting more comfortably is not a direct indicator of kidney function improvement. Choice C is incorrect because a decrease in appetite is not typically associated with improvement in APIGN. Choice D is incorrect because an increased BUN value would suggest worsening kidney function rather than improvement.