Author Question: A client with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) asks the nurse if the cause of the disease is the fact that ... (Read 29 times)

abern · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

A client with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) asks the nurse if the cause of the disease is the fact that the client's family is of Asian descent. The nurse responds with which of the following facts about RA?

1. RA is most prevalent in Caucasian males.
1. RA affects those of German descent most often.
1. RA affects all races at the same rate.
1. RA is most prevalent in children under the age of 10 years.

Question 2

When planning the care for a client with peripheral neuropathy, the nurse should include which of the following interventions to assist with disturbed sensory perception?

1. Frequency of pain medication
2. Relaxation techniques
3. Frequent rest periods
4. Nutrition and smoking cessation

pikon · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

3. RA affects all races at the same rate.

Rationale:
RA affects 12 of the total population across all races. It affects women 3 times more than men, and the onset is usually between the ages of 20 and 40 years.

Answer to Question 2

4. Nutrition and smoking cessation

Rationale:
For the client with disturbed sensory perception, interventions should include the need for adequate nutrition and smoking cessation. Pain medication, relaxation, and rest are interventions appropriate for pain management.