In contrast to the patient with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), the osteoarthritis patient typically exhibits:
a. pain most pronounced after periods of rest.
b. depression.
c. sudden onset.
d. less weakness and fatigue.
D
One of the key differences between the symptoms of osteoarthritis and RA is that fatigue is un-common in osteoarthritis patients.
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An older man is taking chlorpromazine (Thorazine), and the nurse helps him choose menu items. To prevent an exacerbation of potential adverse effects of therapy, which menu item does the nurse instruct the man to avoid?
a. Biscuits and gravy c. Whole grain bread b. Coffee with cream d. Mixed green salad
When discussing the health care delivery system, the nurse must recognize that:
a. it includes all states. b. it affects the illness of patients. c. insurance companies are not involved. d. the major goal is to achieve optimal levels of health care.
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a. fixed mass palpated in the hypogastric area. b. tender, midline abdominal mass. c. olive-sized mass of the right upper qua-drant. d. nontender, slightly movable, flank mass.