The nurse knows rheumatoid arthritis affects the musculoskeletal ...

[kamilo84]

The nurse knows rheumatoid arthritis affects the musculoskeletal system by causing:
 
  a. muscle weakness.
  b. muscle wasting.
  c. muscle inflammation.
  d. muscle mobility.

Question 2

The nurse notes that a trauma patient has multiple tangles in the hair. Which of the following actions taken by the nurse is appropriate? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Work the tangles to the ends of the hair, then trim with scissors.
  b. Apply warm water and conditioner.
  c. Apply detangler as available.
  d. Use a comb or fingers to work through tangles.

[ApricotDream]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis cause inflammation of joints, resulting in pain and limited joint mobility, not muscle mobility. Genetic disorders such as muscular dystrophy result in muscle weakness and gradual muscle wasting.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, C, D
Apply warm water and a conditioner or a detangler, if available, to release tangles and avoid injury to the scalp. Use a comb and/or fingers to work through the tangles individually before shampooing. The nurse avoids cutting the patient's hair unless first asking the patient's permission.