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Which of the following dietary changes should be included in a plan to treat acute glomerulonephritis?

  1. Limit fluid intake to 500ml per day
  2. Restrict protein intake by limiting meats and other high-protein foods
  3. Increase intake of high-fiber foods, such as bran cereal
  4. Increase intake of potassium-rich foods such as bananas or cantaloupe
  5. All of the above
Explanation

Answer - B - A patient with glomerulonephritis should eat a diet that is high in calories, but low in protein.  This is to inhibit protein catabolism and allow the kidneys to rest by diet (since they have fewer nitrogenous wastes to clear). It is important to protect the kidneys while they are recovering their function. The other responses are incorrect.

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