The Son of a Client with Fibromyalgia Asks the Nurse

question 20

Multiple Choice

The son of a client with fibromyalgia asks the nurse if he will also experience the health problem. Which responses by the nurse are appropriate for this situation? Select all that apply.

• A)If your diet is high in fatty foods, you have a greater chance of developing fibromyalgia.
• B)Having a family member with fibromyalgia increases the risk for developing it.
• C)If you exercise often enough you'll be fine.
• D)Only people aged 20-50 develop fibromyalgia.
• E)Fibromyalgia is more prominent in women.

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Definitions:

Dangerous Work Activities

Tasks or operations in the workplace that pose a significant risk of injury or harm to employees.

Burnout

A state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress, particularly from excessive work demands or occupational pressures.

Early Stage

A period or phase at the beginning of a process, project, or developmental cycle, often characterized by initial planning and formation.

Distress

Negative stress that results from being exposed to continuous or intense challenges or pressures, leading to mental and physical health problems.