To Determine Whether a Patient with Joint Swelling and Pain

question 3

Multiple Choice

To determine whether a patient with joint swelling and pain has systemic lupus erythematosus, which test will be most useful for the nurse to review?

• A) Rheumatoid factor ( RF )
• B) Antinuclear antibody ( ANA )
• C) Anti-Smith antibody ( Anti-Sm )
• D) Lupus erythematosus ( LE ) cell prep

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Definitions:

Conformity

The act of matching attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors to what is considered normal within a group or society.

Social Psychologists

Researchers who study how individuals' thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by the actual, imagined, or implied presence of others.

Orders

Directions or instructions that dictate a specific action or response to be taken.

Influencing Conformity

The process by which individuals adjust their behaviors, attitudes, or beliefs to match those of a group or to meet group standards.