Nursing Care in Osteoarthritis and Medications
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What is the best response to a client who states they are going to try to get pregnant after stopping methotrexate?

  • Pregnancy is not recommended while taking methotrexate due to possible birth defects.
  • There is no risk of pregnancy with methotrexate as long as the dose is low.
  • You should wait at least 3 months after stopping methotrexate before trying to conceive. (correct)
  • You can safely continue methotrexate until you are 4 months pregnant.

    • What is the primary goal of medication therapy for a client with osteoarthritis?

  • Reduce pain and inflammation (correct)
  • Cure the disease
  • Prevent joint deformity
  • Promote bone regeneration

    • Which statement by a client taking anticoagulant medication after total hip arthroplasty indicates a need for further instruction?

  • I will notify my healthcare provider if I notice any signs of bleeding.
  • My anticoagulant will be interrupted for several days before surgery. (correct)
  • I should avoid any activities that might increase my risk of bleeding.
  • I will take my anticoagulant medication every day as prescribed.

    • Which negative side effect should a nurse teach a client starting on celecoxib to observe for?

    <p>Dark tarry stools</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What negative side effect should a nurse advise a client on leflunomide to monitor for?

    <p>Decreased white blood cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option aligns best with the expressed wishes of a client seeking non-drug therapies for rheumatoid arthritis?

    <p>Chamomile tea and topical pain relief gel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When planning care for a client who has a fractured femur, which aspect is most critical to consider?

    <p>The client's age and overall health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements regarding osteoarthritis medication is incorrect?

    <p>Medications can cure the underlying disease.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the best intervention to reduce the risk of the client falling in the hospital room?

    <p>Place a bell on the client's door for alerting staff.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which intervention should be included in the care plan for a client experiencing eye dryness?

    <p>Administer artificial tears as ordered.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement indicates a proper understanding of preventing cross-contamination?

    <p>I should wash my hands before handling food.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about carbon monoxide exposure demonstrates a correct understanding?

    <p>This toxic gas is colorless and odorless; symptoms can include headache.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the nurse include in the education on preventing vector-borne pathogens?

    <p>Avoid contact with animals that are known to carry diseases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When a fire alarm is activated, which intervention should the nurse complete first?

    <p>Rescue the clients.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What health promotion concept should nurses include in education about immunity?

    <p>Frequent handwashing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor identified in the patient's history may impede healing of the fracture?

    <p>Smoking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement made by a client diagnosed with HIV indicates a need for further teaching?

    <p>I will only need to take HIV medications for 6 months and I will be cured.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an appropriate nursing intervention for a patient with psoriasis?

    <p>Apply corticosteroids as ordered.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most appropriate response by the nurse when a client asks if letting a wound dry out is better for healing?

    <p>&quot;Wounds heal better when a moist wound bed is maintained.&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of precautions should a nurse initiate for a client with tuberculosis?

    <p>Airborne</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the priority intervention for meeting the psychosocial needs of a client on transmission-based precautions?

    <p>Provide the client with diversional activities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should a nurse explain shearing force to a family asking about it concerning a pressure ulcer?

    <p>It occurs when skin moves in one direction while the underlying tissue remains stationary.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nursing action is best to assess whether an obese client can perform frequent dressing changes on their foot?

    <p>Determine if the client can reach the affected area.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action best demonstrates a nurse's collaboration with a folk medicine practitioner in client care?

    <p>Collaboration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the nurse document a pressure injury on the coccyx that reveals bone and tendon at the base?

    <p>Stage IV pressure injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best defines socialization in a client learning to join a church?

    <p>Learning behavior, norms, and values.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action is a nurse demonstrating by avoiding offensive behavior while providing hygiene care for an Asian client?

    <p>Cultural safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of moisture in wound healing, according to nursing practice?

    <p>Moisture enhances cell migration and tissue repair.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which intervention is not recommended for managing a pressure ulcer?

    <p>Avoid using pressure-relieving devices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which diagnostic assessment is most appropriate to evaluate central spine involvement in rheumatoid arthritis (RA)?

    <p>Computerized tomography (CT)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What finding should a nurse expect from a client with rheumatoid arthritis who reports increased joint tenderness and swelling?

    <p>Joint pain at rest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these presents the most significant risk to toddlers?

    <p>Unattended swimming pool</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which physiological factor is most likely to affect environmental safety for elderly clients?

    <p>Sensory loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is categorized as a lifestyle risk factor?

    <p>Smoking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What laboratory test result is indicative of an infection?

    <p>Elevated white blood cell count</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which recommendation can best promote the prevention of tissue integrity impairment?

    <p>Ensure protein and vitamin C intake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What laboratory finding is most likely to indicate delayed wound healing?

    <p>Serum albumin 2.9 g/dL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be included in the teaching plan for a client undergoing a punch biopsy?

    <p>Local anesthesia will be injected.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement by a client regarding hearing aid care indicates a need for further teaching?

    <p>The hearing aids do not need to be cleaned.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action should the nurse delegate to the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) after a client's hip replacement?

    <p>Apply an abduction pillow to the client's legs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an early sign and symptom of rheumatoid arthritis?

    <p>Morning joint stiffness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement by a client after arthrocentesis indicates the need for further teaching?

    <p>I will ice for the first 4 hours, then use heat after that.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What nursing intervention should a nurse implement for a client on strict bed rest after surgery?

    <p>Assess the client for pressure injuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Encouraging a hospitalized client to bring appropriate foods impacts their cultural health practice in which way?

    <p>Efficacious</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the best intervention to prevent integumentary complications in an immobilized client?

    <p>Assist the client with turning every 2 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the nurse document the assessment finding of dyspnea during ambulation?

    <p>Shortness of breath</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which finding indicates that a client on strict bed rest is ready to ambulate?

    <p>Performs active range of motion (ROM) exercises of all extremities</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    This quiz focuses on critical nursing care questions related to medication therapy for clients with osteoarthritis and other related conditions. It covers patient responses, medication side effects, and interventions, providing a comprehensive overview for nursing professionals. Test your knowledge on patient care, anticoagulants, and non-drug therapies in this field.

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