The nurse understanding the pathophysiology of hyperuricemia monitors the client with gouty arthritis for:
a. deposits of tophi in subcutaneous tissues.
b. an elevation of blood glucose.
c. deposits of fat in tissues.
d. congestive heart failure.
ANS: A
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A Correct: Hyperuricemia also may result in deposits of crystals (tophi) in subcutaneous tissues.
B Incorrect: Hyperuricemia does not elevate blood sugar levels.
C Incorrect: Hyperuricemia does not deposit fat in the tissues.
D Incorrect: Hyperuricemia does not result in heart failure.
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