During a routine check-up, the nurse evaluates a client with rheumatoid arthritis. To assess for the most obvious disease manifestations first, the nurse checks for:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: When evaluating a client with rheumatoid arthritis, the nurse should check for joint abnormalities first because it is the most obvious manifestation of the disease. Rheumatoid arthritis primarily affects the joints, causing inflammation, pain, stiffness, and potentially deformity over time. Assessing for joint abnormalities can provide crucial information about the severity and progression of the disease, guiding further assessment and intervention plans. Muscle weakness, painful subcutaneous nodules, and gait disturbances can also be present in rheumatoid arthritis, but joint abnormalities are the hallmark feature that should be assessed initially.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Option A indicates a misunderstanding about HIV transmission during pregnancy. In reality, with proper medical care and management during pregnancy and delivery, the risk of transmitting HIV from mother to baby can be significantly reduced but not completely eliminated. The virus can be passed from mother to baby during pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding, but it is not directly from the placenta. This misconception highlights the need for further education and clarification on the modes of HIV transmission from mother to child during pregnancy and delivery. Options B, C, and D all demonstrate understanding and appropriate planning related to HIV and pregnancy.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The causative agent of HIV/AIDS is the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). HIV infects and kills the immune system's CD4 T cells, weakening the immune system and making the body more susceptible to infections and certain cancers. The virus is primarily transmitted through sexual contact, exposure to infected blood, sharing needles, and from mother to child during childbirth or breastfeeding. Trichomonas vaginalis, Treponema pallidum, and Chlamydia trachomatis are all different microorganisms that are not responsible for causing HIV/AIDS.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: In children with hemophilia, the most common site for bleeding is at the ends of the long bones, such as the joints (especially the knees, elbows, and ankles). This is due to the joints being more prone to injury and stress during physical activities. As a result, spontaneous bleeding or bleeding following minor trauma can occur at these sites. Internal bleeding in the cerebrum or intestines is less common in children with hemophilia compared to bleeding in the joints.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: When assessing a client with a disorder of the hematopoietic or lymphatic system, obtaining a dietary history is important because compromised nutrition can interfere with the production of blood cells and hemoglobin. Hematopoiesis, the process of blood cell formation, requires adequate nutrition to support the production of red and white blood cells, as well as platelets. Nutrient deficiencies, such as iron, vitamin B12, and folate, can lead to anemia, which affects the oxygen-carrying capacity of red blood cells. Therefore, understanding the client's dietary intake can help the nurse identify any potential deficiencies or excessive intake that may be impacting hematopoiesis.