Practice Question
A school aged child is being evaluated for possible glomerulonephritis. During the physical exam the nurse recognizes that which of the following, is a possible cause?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Treatment for strep throat within the last two weeks
Rationale:
🧫 Post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis (PSGN) is a known sequela of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcus (GABHS) infections.
🧫 It typically develops 1–2 weeks after an untreated or recent strep throat infection.
🧫 PSGN is caused by immune complex deposition in the glomeruli, leading to hematuria, proteinuria, and edema.
🧫 Runny nose/itchy eyes suggest allergies, not strep. Viral illness or UTI history is not linked to glomerulonephritis.
🧫 Prompt recognition leads to early management of potential renal complications.
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Answer Choices:
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Answer Choices:
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Answer Choices:
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Pediatrics
- Answer Choices: 4