A Client with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)is on the Postoperative Nursing

question 48

Multiple Choice

A client with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is on the postoperative nursing unit after having elective surgery.The client reports that one arm feels like "pins and needles" and that the neck is very painful since returning from surgery.What action by the nurse is best?

• A) Assist the client to change positions.
• B) Document the findings in the client's chart.
• C) Encourage range of motion of the neck.
• D) Notify the provider immediately.

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