An Older Patient with Rheumatoid Arthritis Describes Severe Pain During

question 23

Multiple Choice

An older patient with rheumatoid arthritis describes severe pain during times of inflammation. What should the nurse teach the patient to do to help minimize episodes of inflammation? Select all that apply.

• A) Lose weight.
• B) Rest painful joints.
• C) Splint the specific joints.
• D) Use larger joints when possible.
• E) Perform full ROM exercises daily.

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