The Patient Has Experienced an Exacerbation of Gout Resulting in Foot

question 29

Multiple Choice

The patient has experienced an exacerbation of gout resulting in foot pain. Which nursing intervention would aid in promoting comfort?

• A) Providing passive range-of-motion exercises
• B) Wrapping the extremity in an elastic bandage
• C) Encouraging liberal fluid intake
• D) Elevating the extremity

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