The nurse is assessing the joints of a woman who has stated,"I have a long family history of arthritis,and my joints hurt." The nurse suspects that she has osteoarthritis.Which of the following are symptoms of osteoarthritis? (Select all that apply. )

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In osteoarthritis,asymmetrical joint involvement commonly affects hands,knees,hips,and lumbar and cervical segments of the spine.Affected joints have stiffness,swelling with hard bony protuberances,pain with motion,and limitation of motion.

The Nurse Is Assessing the Joints of a Woman Who