Glomerulonephritis

Glomerulonephritis ( 35 Questions)

Question 1 :
A nurse is explaining glomerulonephritis to a client. What is the primary site in the kidneys where glomerulonephritis occurs?


Correct Answer: C

A) Incorrect. Glomerulonephritis primarily affects the glomeruli, not the renal tubules.

B) Incorrect. The renal pelvis is not the primary site of glomerulonephritis; it is a part of the renal collecting system.

C) Correct. Glomerulonephritis is an inflammatory condition that primarily affects the glomeruli, which are tiny structures in the kidneys responsible for filtering blood.

D) Incorrect. The renal medulla is not the primary site of glomerulonephritis; it is deeper within the kidney and not directly involved in this condition.


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