The health care provider is starting a client with RA on chrysotherapy. The nurse will need to provide teaching concerning:
a. application of cold for its anti-inflammatory effects.
b. administration of gold salts.
c. use of a holistic approach to anti-inflammatory therapy.
d. administration of high aspirin doses over a long period.
ANS: B
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A Incorrect: This is not chrysotherapy.
B Correct: Chrysotherapy is the administration of gold therapy aimed at reducing the progression of RA.
C Incorrect: This is not chrysotherapy.
D Incorrect: This is not chrysotherapy.
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