Solved

The Nurse Is Assisting with the Care of a Patient

Question 5

Multiple Choice

The nurse is assisting with the care of a patient with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) . The nurse must remember in which way RA care is different from osteoarthritis care. Which nursing care does the nurse specifically provide for the patient with RA?


A) Exercise is poorly tolerated and frequent rest is needed.
B) Acutely inflamed joints will respond best to heat therapy.
C) It is essential to monitor all body systems for effects of the disease.
D) Injury and age are the greatest contributors to disease development.

Correct Answer:

verifed

Verified

Unlock this answer now
Get Access to more Verified Answers free of charge

Related Questions

Unlock this Answer For Free Now!

View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions

qr-code

Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks

upload documents

Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents