Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 63%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Admission AssessmentLaboratory Results
Vital signs
Day 1
0800:
Client reports increasing pain their right knee and left wrist over the last 2 years.
Crepitus of the right knee and left wrist. Client denies pain to other joints.
No rashes noted on face
Capillary refill +2 bilaterally upper and lower extremities
Family history of hypertension and gout
Complete the diagram by dragging from the choices below to specify what condition the client is most likely experiencing, 2 actions the nurse should take to address that condition, and 2 parameters the nurse should monitor to assess the client's progress.
Correct answer
D,C,D,B,C
Rationale
Gout is indicated by joint pain and elevated uric acid; avoiding purines, using analgesics, and monitoring uric acid and deformities manage and track progress.