An adult client is diagnosed with fibromyalgia. The client asks the nurse whether a recent of infection with the Coxsackie B virus could have caused fibromyalgia
Which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?
A) The Coxsackie B virus has nothing to do with fibromyalgia.
B) The Coxsackie B virus may have triggered the fibromyalgia.
C) The Coxsackie virus definitely caused the fibromyalgia.
D) Fibromyalgia is a psychiatric disorder.
Answer: B
The exact cause of fibromyalgia is unknown. Infections such as hepatitis C virus (HCV), HIV, Coxsackie B, and parvovirus may trigger fibromyalgia. Having a psychiatric disorder such as attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or depression may be a risk factor for fibromyalgia but the condition is not a psychiatric disorder.
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a. "Unfortunately, kidney injury is not reversible; it is permanent." b. "Kidney function usually returns within 2 weeks." c. "You will know for sure if you start urinating a lot all at once." d. "recovery is possible, but it may take several months."
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A new mother is worried about a "soft spot" on the top of her newborn infant's head. The nurse informs her that this is a normal physical finding called the anterior fontanel. At what age will the nurse educate the mother that the soft spot will close?
1. 2 to 3 months of age 2. 6 to 9 months of age 3. 12 to 18 months of age 4. Approximately 2 years of age