The nurse recognizes that arthritis affects an individual's functional ability. Interventions are aimed at relieving:
a. pain and discomfort.
b. formation of contractures.
c. stress on affected joints.
d. inflammation and scarring.
C
Interventions for older individuals with arthritis are aimed at relieving stress on affected joints.
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