Glomerulonephritis

Glomerulonephritis ( 35 Questions)

A nurse is assessing a client with suspected glomerulonephritis. Which symptom is often an early indicator of this condition and is characterized by swelling around the eyes and in the lower extremities?


Correct Answer: D

A) Incorrect. Hematuria (blood in the urine) is a common symptom but is not typically an early indicator of glomerulonephritis.

B) Incorrect. Proteinuria (excess protein in the urine) is a common symptom but is not typically an early indicator of glomerulonephritis.

C) Incorrect. Oliguria (decreased urine output) may occur in more advanced stages of glomerulonephritis but is not typically an early symptom.

D) Correct. Periorbital edema (swelling around the eyes) and edema in the lower extremities are often early indicators of glomerulonephritis due to fluid retention.




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