which of the following nonpharmacological methods cannot be used to manage the chronic pain of a client with rheumatoid arthritis
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Multi Dimensional Care | Exam | Rasmusson

1. Which of the following nonpharmacological methods cannot be used to manage the chronic pain of a client with rheumatoid arthritis?

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

2. The nurse has documented the following wound assessment. "Shallow, open, reddened ulcer with no slough on the anterior region of the right heel?"? what stage is the wound?

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

3. A client does not understand why vision loss due to glaucoma is irreversible. What is the best explanation?

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C. In glaucoma, the optic nerve damage due to high intraocular pressure leads to permanent vision loss because the nerve fibers do not regenerate. Choice A is incorrect as it discusses bacterial infection, not relevant to glaucoma. Choice B is incorrect because it refers to retinal detachment, not glaucoma. Choice D is incorrect because not all glaucoma cases lead to permanent blindness; vision loss can be prevented or slowed with treatment.

4. The following client come to the ophthalmology clinic. Which client needs to be seen first?

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Worsening vision after cataract surgery requires immediate attention to prevent complications.

5. The client complains of fatigue and joint pain and reports that they are unable to walk due to pain in the knees. What is the most appropriate statement by the nurse?

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

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