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    HESI RN Medical Surgical Proctored Exam

    The nurse is teaching a client with glomerulonephritis about self care. Which dietary recommendation should the nurse encourage the client to follow?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Restricting protein intake is often recommended for clients with glomerulonephritis to reduce the workload on the kidneys and decrease proteinuria. This can help slow the progression of kidney damage.B. Increasing intake of high-fiber foods may be beneficial for overall health but is not specifically indicated for glomerulonephritis management.C. Limiting oral fluid intake to 500 mL/day is not appropriate for most clients and may lead to dehydration, which can exacerbate kidney dysfunction.D. Increasing intake of potassium-rich foods may be contraindicated in some cases of glomerulonephritis, especially if the client has hyperkalemia. Dietary potassium restriction may be necessary depending on the client's lab values and kidney function.

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