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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Definitions:

Chromosomal Pattern

The arrangement and number of chromosomes within the nucleus of a cell, characteristic of a species, which influences genetic attributes.

XX

A genetic marker indicating female sex chromosomes.

Chromosome Pattern

The specific arrangement or structure of chromosomes within an organism's cells, which can be indicative of genetic conditions or traits.

Testicles

The male reproductive glands responsible for producing sperm and testosterone, located in the scrotum.