Practice Question
The nurse is preparing discharge teaching for a client who has been recently diagnosed with Rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the statements made by the client would indicate the need for further teaching?
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Correct Answer:
"I will carry my laundry basket with the tip of my fingers.".
Rationale:
✍️Clients with RA must be taught joint protection strategies to minimize further joint damage and deformity.
✍️Carrying objects with the tips of the fingers places excessive stress on the small joints of the hands, which are already vulnerable to inflammation and deformity in RA.
✍️ Instead, they should use larger, stronger muscles (like the arms and thighs) and hold items close to the body to reduce joint strain.
✍️This statement reflects a misunderstanding of proper technique and indicates the need for further teaching.
✍️ Client education should emphasize ergonomics and body mechanics to preserve joint function.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI MedSurg
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