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Cаse Study: Amy а 8-yeаr-оld female, is brоught tо the pediatric rheumatology clinic by her parents. For the past four months, her parents have noticed that she has been increasingly "limping" in the morning and after naps. She often complains of her knees and ankles feeling "stiff" and "sore." Her parents also mention that she has been less active than usual, often choosing to watch TV instead of playing with her friends. She has been having difficulty with fine motor skills, such as buttoning her clothes and writing in school. The parents report a recent low-grade fever that resolved spontaneously, and they have noticed her left knee appears slightly swollen and warm to the touch. Medical History: Past Medical History: Unremarkable. Immunizations are up-to-date. Medications: Over-the-counter ibuprofen (Motrin) for pain, which provides some temporary relief. Social History: Lives at home with her parents and a younger sister. She is in the third grade. Physical Examination: Vital Signs: T 99.1°F (37.3°C), HR 92 bpm, RR 20 breaths/min, BP 100/60 mmHg. General: Appears tired, but alert and cooperative. Musculoskeletal: Swelling and warmth noted in the left knee. Limited range of motion in both ankles, with some pain on palpation. She has difficulty with full extension of her left knee. No other joint involvement is noted at this time. Eyes: Pupils are equal, round, and reactive to light. Sclera and conjunctiva appear normal. Skin: No rash noted. Labs (Preliminary): ESR and CRP are slightly elevated. Question 1: Based on the patient's presenting symptoms and lab results, the nurse anticipates a diagnosis of the following is a key characteristic for diagnosing this condition? A. Symptoms lasting less than six weeks B. Joint pain that is worse in the evening C. Absence of morning stiffness D. Onset of symptoms before 16 years of age Question 2: Amy is prescribed a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) and is scheduled to begin a physical therapy program. The parents express concern about the pain and stiffness and ask the nurse what they can do at home to help. Which nursing intervention should the nurse recommend? (Select all that apply.) E. Encouraging her to participate in low-impact activities like swimming. F. Placing a pillow under her knee at night to keep it in a comfortable, bent position. G. Providing a warm bath or shower in the morning to decrease stiffness. H. Discouraging her from participating in any sports to prevent injury. Amy is seen in the clinic six months later. Her JIA symptoms are well-controlled on a new medication regimen. However, her mother reports that A.P. has been complaining of her eyes being sensitive to light and a "fuzzy" or "cloudy" spot in her vision. The last ophthalmology appointment was 8 months ago and was reported as normal. Physical Examination: Eyes: Right pupil appears slightly irregular and slow to react to light. No visible redness of the sclera. Musculoskeletal: Right knee swelling and warmth are minimal. Range of motion is now close to normal. 3. Based on the patient's new symptoms, what is the most appropriate nursing action? I. Reassure the parents that this is a side effect of her medication and will resolve. J. Immediately contact the ophthalmologist to schedule an urgent appointment for a slit-lamp examination. K. Advise the parents to administer over-the-counter lubricating eye drops. L. Document the findings and wait for the next scheduled ophthalmology follow-up in 4 months.