A Client Presents with Joint Pain and Limited Range of Motion

question 20

Multiple Choice

A client presents with joint pain and limited range of motion (ROM) in the right shoulder. The client has a history of rheumatoid arthritis but states the pain in the shoulder is much worse than usual. Aspiration of synovial fluid indicates the presence of septic arthritis. Which intervention does the nurse include on the client's plan of care?

• A)Short-term joint immobilization for pain control
• B)Monitoring for the need of additional joint aspiration
• C)Implementation and evaluation of active ROM exercises
• D)Promotion of physical therapy during the acute stage for maintenance

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