Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 92%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A child recently diagnosed with glomerulonephritisThe admitting nurse understands that which of the following information collect during the assessment of a child recently diagnosed with glomerulonephritis is most often associated with the diagnosis?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B: Streptococcal throat infection 2 weeks ago. Glomerulonephritis is commonly preceded by a streptococcal infection, leading to the deposition of immune complexes in the glomeruli. This triggers inflammation and subsequent kidney damage. Choice A is unrelated to glomerulonephritis. Choices C and D may present with different symptoms but are not directly linked to the pathophysiology of glomerulonephritis.