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Adult Health Exam 2 Question and answers already passed Adult Health Exam 2-Musculoskeletal Disorders The occupational health nurse is teaching a class on the risk factors for developing osteoarthritis (OA). Which is a modifiable risk factor for developing OA? A. Being overweight B. Increas...

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Adult Health Exam 2-Musculoskeletal
Disorders
The occupational health nurse is teaching a class on the risk factors for
developing osteoarthritis (OA). Which is a modifiable risk factor for developing
OA?
A. Being overweight
B. Increasing age
C. Previous joint damage
D. Genetic susceptibility - correct answer ✔A


The client is diagnosed with OA. Which clinical manifestations should the
nurse expect the client to exhibit? Select all that apply.
A. Severe bone deformity
B. Joint stiffness
C. Waddling gait
D. Swan-neck fingers
E. Crepitus - correct answer ✔B, E


The client diagnosed with OA is a resident in a long-term care facility. The
resident is refusing to bathe because she is hurting. Which instruction should
the RN give the UAP?
A. Allow the client to stay in bed until the pain becomes bearable
B. Tell the UAP to give the client a bed bath this morning
C. Try to encourage the client to get up and go to the shower
D. Notify the family the client is refusing to be bathed - correct answer ✔C

,The client has been diagnosed with OA for the last 7 years and has tried
multiple medical treatments and alternative treatments but still has significant
joint pain. Which psychosocial client problem should the nurse identify?
A. Severe pain
B. Body image disturbance
C. Knowledge deficit
D. Depression - correct answer ✔D


The client diagnosed with OA is prescribed an NSAID. Which instructions
should the nurse teach the client? Select all that apply.
A. Take the medication on an empty stomach
B. Make sue to taper the medication when discontinuing
C. Apply the medication topically over the affected joints
D. Notify the HCP if vomiting blood
E. Avoid taking aspirin with this med - correct answer ✔D, E


Which client goal is most appropriate for a client diagnosed with OA?
A. Perform passive range of motion exercises
B. Maintain optimal functional ability
C. Client will walk 3 miles every day
D. Client will join a health club - correct answer ✔B


To which member of the health care team should the nurse refer the client
diagnosed with OA who reports not being able to get in and out of the
bathtub?
A. Physiatrist
B. Social worker
C. Physical therapist

, D. Counselor - correct answer ✔C


The nurse is discussing the importance of an exercise program for pain
control to a client diagnosed with OA. Which intervention should the nurse
include in the teaching?
A. Wear supportive tennis shoes with white socks when walking
B. Carry a complex carbohydrate while exercising
C. Alternate walking briskly and jogging when exercising
D. Walk at least 30 minutes 3x a week - correct answer ✔A


The client diagnosed with OA is taking glucosamine and chondroitin
supplements. What is the scientific rationale for taking this medication?
A. It will help decrease inflammation in the joints
B. It improves tissue function and prevents the breakdown of cartilage
C. It is a potent medication that decreases the client's joint pain
D. It increases the production of synovial fluid in the joint - correct answer
✔B


The nurse is admitting the client diagnosed with OA to the medical floor.
Which statement by the client indicates an alternative form of treatment for
OA?
A. "I take medication every 2 hours for my pain"
B. "I use a heating pad when I go to bed at night"
C. "I wear a copper bracelet to help with my OA"
D. "I always wear my ankle splints when I sleep" - correct answer ✔C


The client is reporting joint stiffness, especially in the morning. Which
diagnostics tests should the nurse expect the HCP to order to rule out OA?

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