A nurse is assisting in the care of a patient with ankylosing spondylitis who is to receive a single dose of biologic therapy given intravenously. Which of the following would the nurse expect to find in the patient's collaborative plan of care?
(Select all that apply.)
a. Activity as tolerated; up with assistance
b. Administer Remicade today
c. Tylenol #3 every 4 hours prn pain
d. Physical therapy daily
e. Sitz baths three times daily
ANS: A, B, C, D
Nursing care focuses on patient education and administration and evaluation of prescribed medications. Pain management, rest periods, and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) are provided.
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