Nursing care of patients with glomerulonephritis involves observing for complications and protecting the kidneys from further damage.<\/p>\n
Nursing personnel should do the following:<\/p>\n
a. Monitor vital signs.<\/p>\n
b. Encourage bedrest.<\/p>\n
c. Observe strict I & O.<\/p>\n
d. Check weight daily.<\/p>\n
e. Observe for signs of impending renal failure.<\/p>\n
(1) Lethargy.<\/p>\n
(2) Nausea and vomiting.<\/p>\n
(3) Oliguria or anuria.<\/p>\n
f. Implement and enforce ordered fluid and diet modifications.<\/p>\n
(1) Protein restriction (for impaired renal function).<\/p>\n
(2) Sodium restriction (if edema is present).<\/p>\n
(3) Fluid restriction (if edema is present).<\/p>\n
(4) Increased dietary carbohydrate (to provide energy and reduce the metabolism of protein).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Nursing care of patients with glomerulonephritis involves observing for complications and protecting the kidneys from further damage. Nursing personnel should do the following: a. Monitor vital signs. b. Encourage bedrest. c. Observe strict I & O. d. Check weight daily. e. Observe for signs of impending renal failure. (1) Lethargy. (2) Nausea and vomiting. (3) … Continue reading 2-31. NURSING IMPLICATIONS<\/span>