University:
Owens Community College
Course:
NUR 101 | Intro to Nursing Concepts
Academic year:

2023
Views:

67

Pages:

1
Author:

Harper Clarke

A nurse is caring for a client with a warm and painful toe from gout. What medication will the nurse administer? Correct response: colchicine A nurse is managing the care of a client with osteoarthritis. What is the appropriate treatment strategy the nurse will teach the about for osteoarthritis? Correct response: administration of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) A client asks the nurse what the difference is between osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Which response is correct? "OA is a noninflammatory joint disease. RA is characterized by inflamed, swollen joints." Correct response: Osteoarthritis is known as a disease that Correct response: is the most common and frequently disabling of joint disorders. Which points should be included in the medication teaching plan for a client taking adalimumab? Correct response: It is important to monitor for injection site reactions. The client with osteoarthritis is seen in the clinic. Which assessment finding indicates the client is having difficulty implementing self-care? Correct response: Has a weight gain of 5 pounds The nurse is discussing life management with the client with rheumatoid arthritis in a health clinic. What assessment finding indicates the client is having difficulty implementing self-care? Correct response: increased fatigue Which assessment suggests to the nurse that a client with systemic lupus erythematous is having renal involvement? Correct response: Hypertension Fibromyalgia is a common condition that involves Correct response: chronic fatigue, generalized muscle aching, and stiffness. Which of the following would a nurse encourage a client with gout to limit? Correct response: purine-rich foods A client with gout has been advised to lose weight. The client informs the nurse of plans to go on a “guaranteed rapid weight loss” plan that involves fasting and heavy exercise. Which response would be most appropriate? Correct response: “There might be some difficulties with your plan and fasting.” The nurse teaches the client that the presence of crystals in the synovial fluid obtained from arthrocentesis confirms which disease process?

Intro to Nursing Concepts - Final Prepus

Related Documents

Details

Description

Related Documents

Struggling with your assignment and deadlines?

Free up your schedule!

Take 5 seconds to unlock