Laboratory findings that the nurse would expect to be present in the patient with RA include

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer to the NCLEX question on laboratory findings in a patient with RA is option D) anti-citrullinated protein antibody (ACPA). ACPA is a specific marker for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and its presence in the blood indicates an autoimmune response that is characteristic of RA. This antibody is highly specific for RA and is used in the diagnosis of the disease. Option A) polycythemia is incorrect because it is characterized by an increase in red blood cell count, which is not typically associated with RA. Option B) increased immunoglobulin G (IgG) is also incorrect as elevated IgG levels are not specific to RA and can be seen in a variety of conditions. Option C) decreased white blood cell (WBC) count is not a typical finding in RA as RA is not primarily a disease of decreased WBCs. Educationally, understanding the specific laboratory findings associated with RA is crucial for nurses caring for patients with this condition. Being able to interpret these findings can aid in early diagnosis and appropriate management of RA. Nurses need to be familiar with the diagnostic markers for RA to provide comprehensive care and support to patients with autoimmune diseases.

Correct Answer: A

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

Correct Answer: A

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

Correct Answer: A

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

Correct Answer: A

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