139. A nurse is caring for an 8 year old child who is admitted to the pediatric unit with a tentative diagnosis of acut...
139. A nurse is caring for an 8 year old child who is admitted to the pediatric unit with a tentative diagnosis of acute postreptococcal glomerulonephritis (ASPGN). Diagnostic tests are ordered. Which tests will help confirm the diagnosis? Select all that apply.
A. ASO titer B. Urinalysis C. Blood chemistry D. Intravenous pyleogram E. Chest X-ray examination
Homework Answers
ANSWER.
* Diagnostic tests confirm acute post streptococcal glomerulonephritis is
A) ASO titer(Antistrptolysin O) shows positive result.
B) Urinalysis shows proteinuria and hematuria.
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