Which urinalysis result should the nurse anticipate for a child who is admitted with acute glomerulonephritis?
A) Bacteriuria and increased specific gravity
B) Hematuria and proteinuria
C) Proteinuria and decreased specific gravity
D) Bacteriuria and hematuria

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Hematuria and proteinuria are common findings in a child with acute glomerulonephritis. Bacteriuria is not typically present and specific gravity may be normal or decreased due to decreased renal function.

Which Urinalysis Result Should the Nurse Anticipate for a Child