The Nurse Is Working with a Client Who Has Rheumatoid

question 20

Multiple Choice

The nurse is working with a client who has rheumatoid arthritis (RA) .The nurse has identified the priority problem of poor body image for the client.What finding by the nurse indicates goals for this client problem are being met?

• A) Attends meetings of a book club
• B) Has a positive outlook on life
• C) Takes medication as directed
• D) Uses assistive devices to protect joints

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Definitions:

Semitendinosus

A muscle located in the back of the thigh, part of the hamstring group, involved in knee flexion and hip extension.

Vastus Lateralis

A muscle located on the side of the thigh, one of the components of the quadriceps femoris, involved in extending the knee.

Extensor Digitorum

A muscle in the forearm that extends the fingers and the wrist.

Pectoralis Major

A large muscle in the upper chest that aids in the movement of the shoulder and the arm.