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1. Rheumatoid arthritis: Answer: Chronic, systematic progressive deterioration of the connective tissue (synovium) of the joints; characterized by inflammation 2. RA The exact cause is unknown bu... t it is classified as an: Answer: immune complex disorder 3. Joint involvement in RA is: Answer: bilateral and symmetrical 4. Severe cases of RA may require: Answer: joint replacement 5. Nursing assessment RA: Answer: Fatigue Generalized weakness Weight loss Anorexia Morning stiffness Bilateral inflammation of joints with the following symptoms: decreased ROM, joint pain, warmth, edema erythema Joint deformity 6. Hint A client comes to the clinic complaining of MORNING STIFFNESS, weight loss, and swelling of both hands and wrists. Rheumatoid arthritis is suspected. Which methods of assessment might the nurse use, and which methods would the nurse not use?: Answer: Use inspection, palpation, and strength testing. DO NOT ASSESS ROM; this activity promotes pain bc ROM is limited [Show More]

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