A client with rheumatoid arthritis (RA)is being seen in the outpatient clinic for a progress checkup. Which of the following statements on the part of the client suggests that she has met a goal of treatment?
A)"I sleep for 10 hours at night."
B)"I have increased pain in my joints all the time now."
C)"I have delegated many household chores to my children and spouse."
D)"I do not perform household chores at all anymore."

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A)One technique for reducing stress on the joints is to delegate household tasks to family members; however, the client does not need to refrain from all household chores. Sleeping for 10 hours at night will not alleviate the need for frequent rest periods during the day. Increased joint pain would indicate that goals have not been met.
B)One technique for reducing stress on the joints is to delegate household tasks to family members; however, the client does not need to refrain from all household chores. Sleeping for 10 hours at night will not alleviate the need for frequent rest periods during the day. Increased joint pain would indicate that goals have not been met.
C)One technique for reducing stress on the joints is to delegate household tasks to family members; however, the client does not need to refrain from all household chores. Sleeping for 10 hours at night will not alleviate the need for frequent rest periods during the day. Increased joint pain would indicate that goals have not been met.
D)One technique for reducing stress on the joints is to delegate household tasks to family members; however, the client does not need to refrain from all household chores. Sleeping for 10 hours at night will not alleviate the need for frequent rest periods during the day. Increased joint pain would indicate that goals have not been met.

A Client with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)is Being Seen in the Outpatient