A Client Who Has Had Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)for Many

question 9

Multiple Choice

A client who has had systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) for many years is in the clinic reporting hip pain with ambulation.Which action by the nurse is best?

• A) Assess medication records for steroid use.
• B) Facilitate a consultation with physical therapy.
• C) Measure the range of motion in both hips.
• D) Notify the health care provider immediately.

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Definitions:

Confidentiality

The assurance given to research participants that the researcher will not release any information that will identify them. The researcher can link information that participants provide to the identity of the person providing it.

Anonymity

A condition of being anonymous, where an individual's identity is unknown or concealed.

Debriefing

The process of ensuring that research participants receive a follow-up explanation of the research when it is completed.

Utilitarianism

An ethical theory that posits the best action is the one that maximizes utility, usually defined as that which produces the greatest well-being of the greatest number of people.