NUR 257 EXAM 1 UNITS 2026/2027 | AGING
& CHRONIC ILLNESS NURSING STUDY GUIDE
1 of 59
Term
The nurse is planning care in the home for a client with rheumatoid
arthritis. What instruction(s) should the nurse include in the plan of
care? Select all that apply.
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METHOTREXATE
Collaborate with occupational therapists for specialized equipment.
Identify the exercise regimen planned by physical therapist.
Provide nursing assistance for ADLs.
Ensure the home environment is safe.
Inflammation
, Elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR)
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2 of 59
Term
A nurse is developing a teaching plan for a client with an
immunodeficiency. What would the nurse need to emphasize? Select
all that apply.
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Facial erythema, pericarditis, pleuritis,
Raynaud's phenomenon
fever, and weight loss
Prophylactic medication
regimens
Ways to manage stress Inflammation
Maintenance of a well-balanced
diet
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3 of 59
Term
,A client with rheumatoid arthritis tells the nurse about experiencing
mild tinnitus, gastric intolerance, and rectal bleeding. What medication
does the nurse suspect is causing these side effects?
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penicillin aspirin
heparin nsaids
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4 of 59
Term
The nurse is teaching a client with osteoarthritis about the disease.
What is the most important client focus for disease management?
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detection of systemic complications strategies for remaining active
prevention of joint deformity use of analgesics
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, 5 of 59
Term
A client has experienced increasing pain and progressing inflammation
of the hands and feet. The rheumatologist has prescribed NSAID use to
treat the condition. What client education is most important for the
nurse to address with the use of these medications?
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common adverse effects dietary restrictions
use of analgesics activity restrictions
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6 of 59
Term
A client with a history of gout experiences an attack every 2 to 3
months despite losing weight and stopping all alcohol intake. Which
question will the nurse ask when assessing this client?
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& CHRONIC ILLNESS NURSING STUDY GUIDE
1 of 59
Term
The nurse is planning care in the home for a client with rheumatoid
arthritis. What instruction(s) should the nurse include in the plan of
care? Select all that apply.
Give this one a try later!
METHOTREXATE
Collaborate with occupational therapists for specialized equipment.
Identify the exercise regimen planned by physical therapist.
Provide nursing assistance for ADLs.
Ensure the home environment is safe.
Inflammation
, Elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR)
Don't know?
2 of 59
Term
A nurse is developing a teaching plan for a client with an
immunodeficiency. What would the nurse need to emphasize? Select
all that apply.
Give this one a try later!
Facial erythema, pericarditis, pleuritis,
Raynaud's phenomenon
fever, and weight loss
Prophylactic medication
regimens
Ways to manage stress Inflammation
Maintenance of a well-balanced
diet
Don't know?
3 of 59
Term
,A client with rheumatoid arthritis tells the nurse about experiencing
mild tinnitus, gastric intolerance, and rectal bleeding. What medication
does the nurse suspect is causing these side effects?
Give this one a try later!
penicillin aspirin
heparin nsaids
Don't know?
4 of 59
Term
The nurse is teaching a client with osteoarthritis about the disease.
What is the most important client focus for disease management?
Give this one a try later!
detection of systemic complications strategies for remaining active
prevention of joint deformity use of analgesics
Don't know?
, 5 of 59
Term
A client has experienced increasing pain and progressing inflammation
of the hands and feet. The rheumatologist has prescribed NSAID use to
treat the condition. What client education is most important for the
nurse to address with the use of these medications?
Give this one a try later!
common adverse effects dietary restrictions
use of analgesics activity restrictions
Don't know?
6 of 59
Term
A client with a history of gout experiences an attack every 2 to 3
months despite losing weight and stopping all alcohol intake. Which
question will the nurse ask when assessing this client?
Give this one a try later!
