Exam 25: The Child with Renal Dysfunction

Calculate the 24-hour maintenance fluid requirement for a child weighing 6 kg. Fill in the blank with ml/day. Record your answer in a whole number. ___________________

What recommendation should the nurse make to prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs) in young girls?

What urine test result is considered abnormal?

What diagnostic test allows visualization of renal parenchyma and renal pelvis without exposure to external-beam radiation or radioactive isotopes?

What dietary instructions should the nurse give to parents of a child with minimal change nephrotic syndrome with massive edema? (Select all that apply.)

What nursing consideration is most important when caring for a child with end-stage renal disease (ESRD)?

The nurse notes that a child has lost 3.6 kg (8 lb) after 4 days of hospitalization for acute glomerulonephritis. What is the most likely cause of this weight loss?

What dietary instructions should the nurse give to parents of a child undergoing chronic hemodialysis? (Select all that apply.)

MATCHING Match the classification of urinary tract infections of inflammations to its definition. -Inflammation of the urethra

What condition is the most common cause of acute renal failure in children?

The parent of a child hospitalized with acute glomerulonephritis asks the nurse why blood pressure readings are being taken so often. What knowledge should influence the nurse's reply?

What measure of fluid balance status is most useful in a child with acute glomerulonephritis?

MATCHING Match the classification of urinary tract infections of inflammations to its definition. -Persistence of bacteriuria despite antibiotic treatment

What major complication is associated with a child with chronic renal failure?

What diet is most appropriate for the child with chronic renal failure (CRF)?

A health care provider prescribes furosemide (Lasix), 10 mg intravenously (IV) now, for a child with acute glomerulonephritis. The medication label states: "Furosemide (Lasix) 20 mg/2 ml." The nurse prepares to administer the dose. How many milliliters will the nurse prepare to administer the dose? Fill in the blank. Record your answer in a whole number. ________________

For minimal change nephrotic syndrome (MCNS), prednisone is effective when what occurs?

The nurse is caring for a child with a urinary tract infection who is on intravenous gentamicin (Garamycin). What interventions should the nurse plan for this child with regard to this medication? (Select all that apply.)

A 12-year-old child is injured in a bicycle accident. When considering the possibility of renal trauma, the nurse should consider what factor?

A health care provider prescribes Osmitrol (mannitol), 0.5 g/kg intravenously (IV) now, for a child with minimal change nephrotic syndrome. The child weighs 10 kg. The medication label states: "Osmitrol (mannitol) 20 g/100 ml." The nurse prepares to administer the dose. How many milliliters will the nurse prepare to administer the dose? Fill in the blank. Record your answer in a whole number. ________________