An 8-year-old boy has a recent history of an upper respiratory infection and comes to the clinic with a maculopapular rash on his lower extremities and swelling and tenderness in both ankles. The pediatric nurse practitioner performs a UA, which shows proteinuria and hematuria and diagnoses Henoch-Schönlein Purpura (HSP). What ongoing evaluation will the nurse practitioner perform during the course of this disease?

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The nurse practitioner will monitor blood pressure as HSP can cause renal involvement and potentially lead to hypertension. ANA titers and LFTs are not typically indicated in the evaluation of HSP. Chest radiographs may be indicated if there are respiratory symptoms or signs of pulmonary involvement.

An 8-Year-Old Boy Has a Recent History of an Upper