What response would the nurse give the patient when questioned about the effect of rheumatoid arthritis on the musculoskeletal system?
A) Muscle weakness
B) Muscle wasting
C) Joint inflammation
D) Joint spasticity

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Rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis cause inflammation of joints, resulting in pain and limited joint mobility, not muscle mobility. Genetic disorders such as muscular dystrophy result in muscle weakness and gradual muscle wasting. Spasticity (increased muscle tone) occurs in developmental disorders, such as cerebral palsy, and results in reduced range of motion (ROM) and abnormal movement patterns.

What Response Would the Nurse Give the Patient When Questioned