When Teaching a Patient with Osteoarthritis (OA) of the Left

question 26

Multiple Choice

When teaching a patient with osteoarthritis (OA) of the left hip and lower lumbar vertebrae about management of the condition, the nurse determines that additional instruction is needed when the patient says,

• A) "I can use a cane if I find it helpful in relieving the pressure on my back and hip."
• B) "A warm shower in the morning will help relieve the stiffness I have when I get up."
• C) "I should try to stay active throughout the day to keep my joints from becoming stiff."
• D) "I should take no more than 1 g of acetaminophen four times a day to control the pain."

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