The nurse is planning care for a client diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the following should be included in this plan of care? (Select all that apply.)
1. Muscle strengthening exercises
2. Range-of-motion exercises
3. Application of heat
4. Application of cold
5. Joint massage
6. Yoga
1, 2, 3, 4, 6
Interventions proven to help clients diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis include muscle strengthening exercises, range-of-motion exercises, application of heat, application of cold, and yoga. Actual massage of the joints can aggravate the inflammation.
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a. body systems model c. hierarchy of needs b. functional health patterns d. human response patterns
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a. to rehydrate an individual with severe dehydration. b. to quickly administer 4-5 L of fluid within a 24-hour period. c. to rehydrate an individual with mild to moderate dehydration. d. as a supplement to IV hydration to expe-dite rehydration.
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