Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Practice Question
A 6 year-old child diagnosed with acute glomerulonephritis (AGN) is experiencing anorexia, moderate edema and elevated blood urea nitrogen (BUN) levels. The child requests a peanut butter sandwich for lunch. What would the nurse's best response to this request?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Children with AGN who have edema, hypertension oliguria and azotemia may have dietary restrictions limiting sodium, fluids, protein and potassium. Giving the child a short explanation and offering to talk about an alternative is appropriate for this age.
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