The nurse clarifies to a patient who is being evaluated for possible rheumatoid arthritis that the elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate indicates the presence of:
a. immunoglobulin M.
b. abnormal serum protein.
c. increased inflammatory reaction in the body.
d. C-reactive protein.
Question 2
When the patient with rheumatoid arthritis complains about the daily exercise, the nurse encouragingly reminds the patient that exercises:
a. keeps the joints from freezing.
b. will ensure better sleep.
c. should be vigorous for joint stimulation.
d. need not be done daily.