Pearson – Osteoarthritis Questions and
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Which of the following joint changes are most commonly associated with osteoarthritis?
A) Complete fusion of the joint
✔✔B) Formation of osteophytes (bone spurs) and loss of cartilage
C) Swelling and redness in the joint due to inflammation
D) Autoimmune attack on the joint lining
A patient with osteoarthritis asks if physical therapy is necessary. What is the nurse’s response?
✔✔A) Physical therapy can help improve joint mobility and strength, which may reduce pain
and improve function
B) Physical therapy is only needed if the patient has already undergone joint replacement surgery
C) Physical therapy will not help and may even worsen the symptoms of osteoarthritis
D) Physical therapy is only beneficial for young patients and not for older adults
What is the most appropriate method for applying heat therapy to a patient with osteoarthritis?
✔✔A) Apply a warm compress or heating pad for 20 minutes to relax muscles and ease stiffness
B) Use a hot water bottle to apply heat for extended periods
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,C) Heat therapy should be avoided as it can worsen the inflammation
D) Heat therapy should only be applied after intense physical activity
Which of the following is a common complication of osteoarthritis in the hip or knee?
✔✔A) Limited range of motion and difficulty with activities of daily living
B) Severe joint infection
C) Complete dislocation of the joint
D) Spontaneous joint healing without intervention
A patient with osteoarthritis is experiencing joint stiffness after waking up in the morning. What
should the nurse suggest to relieve stiffness?
A) Complete rest and immobility of the joint
✔✔B) Gentle stretching and range-of-motion exercises in the morning
C) Applying cold packs to the joint to reduce stiffness
D) Taking a hot bath immediately after waking up
A 55-year-old female presents with pain and stiffness in her knee, particularly in the morning.
She reports that the symptoms ease after moving around. Which of the following is the most
likely diagnosis?
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, A) Rheumatoid arthritis
✔✔B) Osteoarthritis
C) Gout
D) Bursitis
Which of the following is a risk factor for developing osteoarthritis?
A) Prolonged periods of exercise
✔✔B) Obesity
C) Low calcium intake
D) Excessive fluid intake
A patient with osteoarthritis is prescribed acetaminophen for pain relief. Which of the following
should the nurse monitor for?
A) Increased bleeding
✔✔B) Liver toxicity with prolonged use
C) Gastrointestinal upset
D) Decreased bone mineral density
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Answers Already Passed
Which of the following joint changes are most commonly associated with osteoarthritis?
A) Complete fusion of the joint
✔✔B) Formation of osteophytes (bone spurs) and loss of cartilage
C) Swelling and redness in the joint due to inflammation
D) Autoimmune attack on the joint lining
A patient with osteoarthritis asks if physical therapy is necessary. What is the nurse’s response?
✔✔A) Physical therapy can help improve joint mobility and strength, which may reduce pain
and improve function
B) Physical therapy is only needed if the patient has already undergone joint replacement surgery
C) Physical therapy will not help and may even worsen the symptoms of osteoarthritis
D) Physical therapy is only beneficial for young patients and not for older adults
What is the most appropriate method for applying heat therapy to a patient with osteoarthritis?
✔✔A) Apply a warm compress or heating pad for 20 minutes to relax muscles and ease stiffness
B) Use a hot water bottle to apply heat for extended periods
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,C) Heat therapy should be avoided as it can worsen the inflammation
D) Heat therapy should only be applied after intense physical activity
Which of the following is a common complication of osteoarthritis in the hip or knee?
✔✔A) Limited range of motion and difficulty with activities of daily living
B) Severe joint infection
C) Complete dislocation of the joint
D) Spontaneous joint healing without intervention
A patient with osteoarthritis is experiencing joint stiffness after waking up in the morning. What
should the nurse suggest to relieve stiffness?
A) Complete rest and immobility of the joint
✔✔B) Gentle stretching and range-of-motion exercises in the morning
C) Applying cold packs to the joint to reduce stiffness
D) Taking a hot bath immediately after waking up
A 55-year-old female presents with pain and stiffness in her knee, particularly in the morning.
She reports that the symptoms ease after moving around. Which of the following is the most
likely diagnosis?
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, A) Rheumatoid arthritis
✔✔B) Osteoarthritis
C) Gout
D) Bursitis
Which of the following is a risk factor for developing osteoarthritis?
A) Prolonged periods of exercise
✔✔B) Obesity
C) Low calcium intake
D) Excessive fluid intake
A patient with osteoarthritis is prescribed acetaminophen for pain relief. Which of the following
should the nurse monitor for?
A) Increased bleeding
✔✔B) Liver toxicity with prolonged use
C) Gastrointestinal upset
D) Decreased bone mineral density
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