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A middle-aged client reports morning stiffness lasting about 20 minutes, occasional joint discomfort in the knees and fingers, and mild crepitus during movement. The nurse recognizes these findings as early indicators of which condition?

What statement about acetaminophen use is correct?

The nurse reviews discharge instructions for a client prescribed ibuprofen for chronic musculoskeletal pain. Which statement indicates a need for further teaching?

A client presents to the emergency department after a fall while playing basketball. The right shoulder appears deformed, and the client reports severe pain and inability to move the arm. The nurse suspects a shoulder dislocation. Which underlying pathophysiology best explains this condition?

A client with a tibial fracture in a long leg cast reports worsening pain despite receiving opioid analgesics. The nurse also notes pallor, paresthesia, and tense swelling of the affected limb. Which assessment findings are consistent with compartment syndrome?

A client with Type II Diabetes reports pain described as “shooting, burning, and tingling” in their lower extremities. Which pain type does this most likely represent?

Which statement best describes the primary action of methotrexate in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis?

A client with chronic low-back pain prefers yoga and meditation over medications. What is the nurse’s best action?

A nurse is talking to a client about their newly diagnosed osteoarthritis (OA). When reinforcing health teaching about the management of OA, the nurse determines the client needs additional teaching after making which statement?

Which of the following is true of renalfailure?