Treatment of glomerulonephritis multiple choice questions with answers.
Glomerulonephritis is an inflammation of which part of the kidney?
a) Renal tubules
b) Renal pelvis
c) Glomeruli
d) Nephrons
Answer: c) Glomeruli
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of glomerulonephritis?
a) Hematuria (blood in the urine)
b) Proteinuria (protein in the urine)
c) Hypertension (high blood pressure)
d) Hypotension (low blood pressure)
Answer: d) Hypotension (low blood pressure)
What is the most common cause of glomerulonephritis?
a) Bacterial infections
b) Viral infections
c) Autoimmune disorders
d) Genetic disorders
Answer: c) Autoimmune disorders
Which of the following is NOT a treatment option for glomerulonephritis?
a) Antibiotics
b) Corticosteroids
c) Dialysis
d) Radiation therapy
Answer: d) Radiation therapy
What is the goal of treatment for glomerulonephritis?
a) To cure the condition
b) To prevent further damage to the kidneys
c) To manage symptoms
d) To improve overall health
Answer: b) To prevent further damage to the kidneys
In which type of glomerulonephritis is immunosuppressive therapy most commonly used?
a) IgA nephropathy
b) Membranous nephropathy
c) Rapidly progressive glomerulonephritis
d) Post-infectious glomerulonephritis
Answer: c) Rapidly progressive glomerulonephritis
Which of the following is a potential complication of glomerulonephritis?
a) Liver failure
b) Heart attack
c) Kidney failure
d) Stroke
Answer: c) Kidney failure
What lifestyle changes can help manage glomerulonephritis?
a) Maintaining a healthy weight
b) Regular exercise
c) Quitting smoking
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
Which of the following is a type of glomerulonephritis that is caused by streptococcal infections?
a) IgA nephropathy
b) Membranous nephropathy
c) Rapidly progressive glomerulonephritis
d) Post-infectious glomerulonephritis
Answer: d) Post-infectious glomerulonephritis
What is the long-term outlook for someone with glomerulonephritis?
a) Complete recovery is possible with treatment
b) Kidney function may continue to decline despite treatment
c) Symptoms usually disappear without treatment
d) Glomerulonephritis is not a serious condition
Answer: b) Kidney function may continue to decline despite treatment.
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