When assessing a patient with a suspected diagnosis of rheumatic disease, the nurse anticipates which of the following manifestations?
A) Pigmented skin
B) Increased grip strength
C) Conjunctiva that are jaundiced
D) Increased bruising
Ans: D
Feedback: Skin may show rashes, lesions, increased bruising, erythema, thinning, warmth, and photosensitivity. Hair loss may show alopecia. Grip strength usually is decreased due to joint debility. Conjunctiva may be inflamed but not jaundiced.
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