What dietary instructions should the nurse give to parents of a child in the oliguria phase of acute glomerulonephritis with edema and hypertension?
A) High fat
B) Low protein
C) Encouragement of fluids
D) Moderate sodium restriction
E) Limit foods high in potassium

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Dietary restrictions depend on the stage and severity of acute glomerulonephritis,especially the extent of edema.A regular diet is permitted in uncomplicated cases,but sodium intake is usually limited (no salt is added to foods).Moderate sodium restriction is usually instituted for children with hypertension or edema.Foods with substantial amounts of potassium are generally restricted during the period of oliguria.Protein restriction is reserved only for children with severe azotemia resulting from prolonged oliguria.A low-protein,high-fat diet with encouragement of fluids would not be recommended.

What Dietary Instructions Should the Nurse Give to Parents of a Child