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In the initial nursing assessment of Mr. Singer it is important to remember that malignant rheumatoid arthritis

A. is limited to the synovial joints B. may also involve the heart, lungs, and other body systems C. is primarily an episodic disease D. affects primarily the proximal joints

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 2 of 5

In obtaining the history for the patient with carpal tunnel syndrome, you would expect to note a history of

A. Pain and numbness or tingling sensation in the hand (over the palmar surface of the thumb, index finger, middle finger, and lateral aspect of the ring finger) that is worse at night. B. Crepitus (grating feeling on palpation over joint during range of motion) due to loss of articular cartilage and bony overgrowth in joint. C. Excessive forward curvature of the thoracic spine (kyphosis) owing to pathologic vertebral fractures, and collapsing of the anterior portion of the vertebral bodies in the thoracic area. D. Acute onset of excruciating pain in joint because of accumulation of uric acid within the joint.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 3 of 5

A client who has a musculoskeletal problem is being discharged after a few days of hospital care. Why should the nurse consider factors related to the home environment while determining a plan for the continued rehabilitation of the client?

A. To include additional care for clients who lack the basic amenities at home. B. To determine the client's access to the nearest drugstore. C. To modify the client's living arrangements or other accommodation changes. D. To determine if the client would continue with the self-care.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 4 of 5

A client is admitted to the floor with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Which of the following teaching points does the nurse stress to the client with SLE?

A. Apply ice as instructed B. Avoid sunlight and ultraviolet radiation C. Use assistive devices appropriately D. Change dressing as prescribed

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 5 of 5

A 49-year-old patient is diagnosed with Huntington's disease. He thought he saw symptoms of the disease in his 15-year-old son. What is the best response?

A. Your son probably has the early symptoms of the disease. B. Huntington's disease is genetically transmitted. C. D.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

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