A Patient with Rheumatic Fever Has Subcutaneous Nodules,erythema Marginatum,and Polyarthritis

question 17

Multiple Choice

A patient with rheumatic fever has subcutaneous nodules,erythema marginatum,and polyarthritis.Based on these findings,which nursing diagnosis would be most appropriate?

• A) Pain related to permanent joint fixation
• B) Activity intolerance related to arthralgia
• C) Risk for infection related to open skin lesions
• D) Risk for impaired skin integrity related to pruritus

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