Which instruction should the nurse give to the patient for the initial management of acute bursitis of the knee?
A) Apply heat to the affected joint.
B) Gently exercise the affected joint.
C) Take acetaminophen, as prescribed.
D) Rest the joint.
D) Rest the joint.
Explanation: A) Reduction of pain and inflammation is the priority when treating bursitis. The patient may be prescribed rest, compression, elevation, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If the inflammation is acute, ice may be recommended. However, if the inflammation is chronic, ice will not be beneficial. Once the initial pain is reduced, gentle stretching and strengthening exercises are recommended.
B) Reduction of pain and inflammation is the priority when treating bursitis. The patient may be prescribed rest, compression, elevation, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If the inflammation is acute, ice may be recommended. However, if the inflammation is chronic, ice will not be beneficial. Once the initial pain is reduced, gentle stretching and strengthening exercises are recommended.
C) Reduction of pain and inflammation is the priority when treating bursitis. The patient may be prescribed rest, compression, elevation, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If the inflammation is acute, ice may be recommended. However, if the inflammation is chronic, ice will not be beneficial. Once the initial pain is reduced, gentle stretching and strengthening exercises are recommended.
D) Reduction of pain and inflammation is the priority when treating bursitis. The patient may be prescribed rest, compression, elevation, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If the inflammation is acute, ice may be recommended. However, if the inflammation is chronic, ice will not be beneficial. Once the initial pain is reduced, gentle stretching and strengthening exercises are recommended.
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